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MasterBrand and American Woodmark merger receives shareholder approval; awaits antitrust clearance
MasterBrand, Inc.
- MasterBrand stockholders voted overwhelmingly to approve issuance of common stock to American Woodmark holders: 107.9M for, 0.2M against.
- American Woodmark shareholders also approved the merger at their special meeting (results to be filed separately).
- Transaction still requires clearance under Hart-Scott-Rodino Act and satisfaction of other customary closing conditions.
- CEOs of both companies commented that approval is a key milestone toward combining complementary businesses.
- Merger was announced August 5, 2025; combined company to be largest North American residential cabinet manufacturer.