M&A
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.90
Golden Matrix to acquire Meridian sports betting/gaming for $298.5M
Meridian Holdings Inc./NV
- Purchase of 100% of Meridian Companies for $298.5M total: $50M cash, 56.999M shares ($3.50/sh), $10M note, plus additional shares.
- Meridian operates licensed online betting/gaming in 15+ jurisdictions across Europe, Africa, and South America.
- Deal structured in two phases: Phase 1 closing by June 30, 2023; Phase 2 by Oct 31, 2023.
- Sellers to receive Series C Voting Preferred Stock with 7,500 votes/share and right to appoint two board members.
- Closing subject to shareholder approval, financing, HSR compliance, and continued Nasdaq listing.