MasterBrand Completes All-Stock Merger with American Woodmark, Issues 77M Shares

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MasterBrand, Inc. has officially completed its all-stock merger with American Woodmark Corporation, issuing approximately 77 million new shares and drawing down $375 million in debt to finalize the transaction.

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• Merger Completion

  MasterBrand officially completed its all-stock merger with American Woodmark Corporation, effective May 28, 2026, establishing the most comprehensive portfolio of cabinet brands in North America.

• Significant Share Issuance

  Approximately 77,031,379 shares of MasterBrand common stock were issued as consideration for the merger, significantly increasing the company's outstanding share count.

• Debt Drawdown for Integration

  MasterBrand drew down the full $375 million from a delayed draw Term A loan, using the proceeds to repay American Woodmark's existing indebtedness and cover merger-related expenses.

• Board Appointments

  Three former American Woodmark directors (Andrew Cogan, Philip Fracassa, and Daniel Hendrix) were appointed to MasterBrand's Board of Directors, with Philip Fracassa up for re-election at the upcoming Annual Meeting.

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This 8-K officially confirms the completion of MasterBrand's all-stock merger with American Woodmark, creating the largest residential cabinet manufacturer in North America. The transaction involved issuing approximately 77 million new MasterBrand shares, significantly increasing the share count. The company also drew down $375 million in debt to repay American Woodmark's existing obligations and appointed three new directors from American Woodmark's former board. This strategic move is expected to generate $90 million in annual cost synergies and be accretive to adjusted EPS by year two, fundamentally reshaping MasterBrand's market position and financial outlook.