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Daily Brief Japan: Dai Nippon Printing and more

In today’s briefing:

  • Dai Nippon Printing (7912) – Activism Results Going Forward Are Complicated

Dai Nippon Printing (7912) – Activism Results Going Forward Are Complicated

By Travis Lundy

  • A little over two weeks ago, western media outlets reported “sources familiar with the matter” said Elliott Management had built a “significant” stake in Dai Nippon Printing (7912 JP)
  • DNP has been a “value name” for years. And years. Lots of cash, lots of real estate, and lots of cross-holdings. DNP had a plan to sell crossholdings, slowly.
  • DNP had planned a March 9 presentation of its new MTMP. Elliott, reportedly with a little less than 5%, wanted faster. A few weeks later, DNP has responded with faster. 

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