European Wax Center Files Proxy for $5.80/Share Go-Private Merger; Addresses Shareholder Litigation

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European Wax Center filed a preliminary proxy statement for its go-private merger at $5.80/share, detailing the Special Committee's recommendation and a fairness opinion, while also disclosing new shareholder litigation.

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• Merger Agreement Details

  Provides comprehensive details for the proposed cash acquisition by General Atlantic affiliates for $5.80 per share, representing a 48% premium over the 30-day volume-weighted average price prior to the initial merger announcement.

• Shareholder Vote Scheduled

  Calls for a special meeting for shareholders to vote on the merger agreement, requiring approval from a majority of all outstanding shares and a majority of disinterested stockholders.

• Special Committee Recommendation

  The Special Committee, after independent review and financial advice from Moelis & Company, unanimously recommended the merger as advisable and fair to unaffiliated shareholders.

• Financing Secured

  The acquisition is fully financed through a $74 million debt commitment and a $110 million equity commitment from General Atlantic, supplemented by the company's cash on hand.

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This preliminary proxy statement (PRER14A) details the proposed cash acquisition of European Wax Center, Inc. by affiliates of General Atlantic for $5.80 per share, representing a 48% premium over the 30-day volume-weighted average price prior to the initial merger announcement. While the merger agreement was previously announced, this filing provides critical information for the upcoming shareholder vote, including the Special Committee's unanimous recommendation and a fairness opinion from Moelis & Company. The filing also discloses recent demand letters from shareholders alleging deficiencies in a prior preliminary proxy statement, adding a new element of risk to the transaction.