Reported Earlier, Macy's Announces Receipt Of Director Nominations From Arkhouse
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Macy's, Inc. (NYSE:M) has received director nominations from Arkhouse Management Co. LP for its 2024 Annual Meeting. This follows an unsolicited proposal from Arkhouse and Brigade to buy Macy's at $21.00 per share, which the Board deemed not actionable due to financing concerns. Macy's emphasizes its commitment to value creation and plans to share its strategy in the upcoming earnings report. The company's financial advisors, Bank of America Securities and Wells Fargo, along with legal advisor Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, are engaging with Arkhouse and Brigade to potentially advance discussions.
February 20, 2024 | 3:23 pm
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Macy's received director nominations from Arkhouse following a rejected buyout proposal. The company is focused on value creation and strategic planning.
The news indicates a potential proxy contest but also highlights Macy's commitment to strategic planning and value creation. The rejection of the buyout proposal suggests confidence in the company's future direction, which could maintain investor confidence in the short term. However, the ongoing contest and uncertainty regarding the director nominations could introduce volatility.
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