Why Vericity Stock Surged Today
Portfolio Pulse from Ryan Gustafson
iA Financial Group announced it will acquire Vericity, Inc. (NASDAQ:VERY) in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $170 million, expected to close in the first half of 2024. Vericity's shares surged on the news, with trading volume significantly higher than average. The stock closed up 94.2% at $11.07.
October 03, 2023 | 8:32 pm
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Vericity's stock surged following the announcement of its acquisition by iA Financial Group. The transaction, valued at $170 million, is expected to close in 2024.
The acquisition announcement by iA Financial Group has led to a surge in Vericity's stock price. This is a common reaction as acquisitions often lead to a premium being paid for the company being acquired. The all-cash deal also removes any uncertainty about the form of payment, which can be a positive for the stock price.
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