Why Is Athletic-Inspired Fashion Retailer Hibbett Stock Jumping Today?
Portfolio Pulse from Nabaparna Bhattacharya
Hibbett, Inc. (NASDAQ:HIBB) shares surged 18% in premarket trading after announcing JD Sports Fashion PLC (OTC:JDSPY) will acquire it for $87.50 per share, a 21% premium over its April 22, 2024, closing price, valuing Hibbett at approximately $1.1 billion. The acquisition is expected to close in the second half of 2024, with Hibbett maintaining its headquarters in Birmingham, Alabama. The deal is seen as a strategic expansion for JD Sports, combining two leading athletic retail brands in the U.S.
April 23, 2024 | 10:27 am
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Nike, Inc. is mentioned as one of the brands featured in new styles of trainers and tracksuits anticipated to boost JD Sports' market following the Euro soccer championships and the Paris Olympics.
While the acquisition news directly involves JD Sports and Hibbett, Nike's mention as a key brand in JD Sports' strategy highlights its relevance. However, the impact on Nike's stock is likely to be neutral short term, as the news is more focused on the acquisition.
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Hibbett's stock surged 18% in premarket trading following the announcement of its acquisition by JD Sports for $87.50 per share, a 21% premium to its April 22, 2024, closing price.
The significant premarket price surge reflects investor optimism about the acquisition's premium price. The deal's announcement, valuing Hibbett at about $1.1 billion, is likely to keep the stock buoyant in the short term as it approaches the acquisition price.
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JD Sports Fashion PLC's strategic acquisition of Hibbett for approximately $1.1 billion is expected to enhance its position in the U.S. athletic retail market.
JD Sports' acquisition of Hibbett represents a strategic expansion in the U.S. market, likely to be viewed positively by investors. The acquisition's premium and the combined strengths of both brands could bolster JD Sports' market position and investor sentiment.
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