Two Harbors to be Acquired by CrossCountry Intermediate Holdco for $1.13B All-Cash; Terminates Prior UWMC Merger

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Two Harbors Investment Corp. has filed a definitive proxy statement for its acquisition by CrossCountry Intermediate Holdco for $10.80 per share in cash, totaling approximately $1.13 billion. This new all-cash deal replaces a previously terminated all-stock merger agreement with UWM Holdings Corporation.

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• Definitive Merger Agreement

  Two Harbors Investment Corp. (TWO) has entered into a definitive merger agreement to be acquired by CrossCountry Intermediate Holdco, LLC (CCM) for $10.80 per share in cash.

• Prior Merger Termination

  The previously announced all-stock merger agreement with UWM Holdings Corporation (UWMC) has been terminated. CCM paid the $25.4 million termination fee to UWMC on TWO's behalf.

• Shareholder Vote Scheduled

  A special meeting of common stockholders is scheduled for May 19, 2026, to vote on the CCM Merger Proposal, a non-binding compensation advisory proposal, and an adjournment proposal.

• Board Recommendation

  The Board of Directors unanimously recommends that common stockholders vote 'FOR' the CCM Merger Proposal.

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This DEFM14A filing confirms the definitive terms of Two Harbors Investment Corp.'s acquisition by CrossCountry Intermediate Holdco (CCM) for $10.80 per share in an all-cash transaction, valued at approximately $1.13 billion for common stockholders. This marks a significant strategic shift, as it replaces a previously announced all-stock merger with UWM Holdings Corporation, which was terminated with CCM covering the $25.4 million termination fee. The all-cash nature of this new deal provides immediate liquidity and removes the stock price volatility risk associated with the prior agreement, offering shareholders certainty of value. The Board's unanimous recommendation, supported by a fairness opinion from Houlihan Lokey, underscores confidence in the transaction. The deal is subject to shareholder approval at a special meeting on May 19, 2026, and regulatory clearances, but the committed financing from CCM without a financing contingency enhances the likelihood of successful completion. Investors should consider the fixed cash value and the elimination of market risk compared to the previous stock-based offer.