In today’s briefing:
- Nippon Steel/US Steel: Appealing Expected Value
Nippon Steel/US Steel: Appealing Expected Value
- On September 26, Nippon Steel’s president affirmed the company’s commitment to completing the United States Steel (X US) acquisition by year-end, despite the CFIUS review being extended until December.
- U.S. Steel, with an expected value of $45.19/share offers 27% upside potential. This discount, driven by acquisition/fundamental value, supports a buy recommendation thus, I would be long U.S. Steel.
- If the deal were to succeed, the likelihood of it closing before the end of 2024 is low, primarily due to the complexities surrounding the American presidential elections.