'U.S. Steel Deal Looks Dead. Japan Won't Hold A Grudge' - Barron's
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The proposed $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel is likely to be blocked by the U.S. government due to national security concerns. This decision is supported by both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
September 12, 2024 | 3:29 pm
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The U.S. government's decision to block Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel could impact U.S. Steel's stock negatively in the short term due to the loss of a potential buyout premium.
The blocking of the acquisition removes the potential buyout premium that investors might have anticipated, leading to a likely short-term negative impact on U.S. Steel's stock price.
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