Huntsman Shareholders Overwhelmingly Approve Olin Merger of Equals
HUN sits 31% above its 52-week low of $7.295.
Summary
Huntsman shareholders approved the merger with Olin by a 99% margin, selecting the direct merger structure and clearing the path for the $12.5 billion chemicals combination to close in H1 2027.
Key Events · M&A and Partnerships · HUN
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Merger Proposal Approved by 99%
The merger proposal passed with overwhelming support: 131,502,454 votes FOR versus 1,828,828 AGAINST, representing 99% of votes cast and 75% of all outstanding shares—far exceeding the required threshold.
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Direct Merger Structure Selected
Based on voting results at both companies, the parties will implement the combination through a direct merger of Huntsman into Olin, with Olin as the surviving entity.
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Advisory Compensation Proposal Passes
A non-binding advisory vote on merger-related executive compensation was approved with 117,592,172 votes FOR versus 15,456,713 AGAINST.
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Closing Expected H1 2027
The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions; it is expected to close in the first half of 2027.
Analysis · HUN · Industrial Applications And Services
The final shareholder hurdle for the $12.5 billion all-stock merger with Olin has been cleared, with Huntsman stockholders voting 99% in favor. Certified results show 131.5 million votes for versus 1.8 million against, removing the last major uncertainty before closing. The companies will now proceed via a direct merger, with completion expected in the first half of 2027 pending regulatory approvals. This is the definitive confirmation that the transformative deal announced in June will move forward.
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At the time of this filing, HUN was trading at $9.53 on NYSE in the Industrial Applications And Services sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $1.7B. The 52-week trading range was $7.30 to $16.09. This filing was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 8 out of 10.