IPOs and Catalysts/Events, Global Equity Research Ltd

Arun George

Arun has over 15 years’ experience covering the Technology sector. During this time, he has worked with technology start-ups and as an equity analyst in investment banks and independent research firms. He was formerly a Technology Analyst for Canaccord Genuity, Altium Securities, Espirito Santo Investment Bank, Noble Group and Clear Capital. He has a dual Master’s degree in Financial Engineering and Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay. He is also a CFA charterholder.

IPOs and Catalysts/Events

Insignia Financial (IFL AU): Bain Contemplating a Privatisation Bid

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/insignia-financial-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:12349:1" rel="noopener">Insignia Financial (IFL AU)</a> disclosed a non-binding privatisation offer from CC Capital at A$4.30, a 7.5% premium to the rejected Bain non-binding proposal of A$4.00.</li>
<li>While the offer is attractive compared to historical trading ranges, it is light compared to peer and precedent transaction multiples. </li>
<li>The presence of several substantial shareholders necessitates an attractive takeover premium. To facilitate better terms, the board should provide due diligence access. </li>
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Insignia Financial (IFL AU) disclosed a non-binding privatisation offer from CC Capital at A$4.30, a 7.5% premium to the rejected Bain non-binding proposal of A$4.00.
While the offer is attractive compared to historical trading ranges, it is light compared to peer and precedent transaction multiples. 
The presence of several substantial shareholders necessitates an attractive takeover premium. To facilitate better terms, the board should provide due diligence access. 


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