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Westwood Holdings rejects $25/share unsolicited takeover proposal from Americana Partners
WESTWOOD HOLDINGS GROUP INC
- Received two unsolicited proposals from Americana Partners since May; latest on June 14, 2021 offered $25.00 per share cash.
- Board unanimously determined proposal significantly undervalues Westwood relative to standalone plan.
- Americana has not provided evidence of financing ability for acquisition bid.
- CEO cites cost reductions, pipeline opportunities, and technology investments as growth path.
- RBC Capital Markets and Sidley Austin engaged as financial and legal advisors.