Victory Capital Sweetens Janus Henderson Bid to $56.84/Share, Citing Superior Value

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Victory Capital has raised its offer for Janus Henderson to $56.84 per share, comprising $40.00 cash and 0.250 shares of Victory Capital stock, asserting its proposal is "clearly superior" to a rival bid.

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• Improved Acquisition Proposal

  Victory Capital submitted an updated offer to acquire Janus Henderson Group plc for $40.00 cash and 0.250 shares of Victory Capital common stock per Janus Henderson share.

• Enhanced Financial Terms

  The revised proposal totals $56.84 per Janus Henderson share (based on VCTR's March 16 closing price), adding $3.26 per share to its prior offer and representing a 16% premium over the Trian proposal.

• Fully Financed and Actionable

  Victory Capital asserts the improved proposal is fully financed with no financing out, not relying on full synergy realization, and addresses concerns regarding client consents and synergy estimates.

• Strategic Rationale

  The company highlights its proven integration track record and the creation of a larger, more diversified asset manager with 31% ownership for Janus Henderson shareholders, positioned for long-term growth.

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Victory Capital Holdings has submitted an enhanced proposal to acquire Janus Henderson Group plc, increasing the cash component and total consideration. This updated bid, valued at $56.84 per Janus Henderson share, represents a significant premium over the prior offer and a competing bid from Trian. The company emphasizes its strong financing, proven integration track record, and confidence in achieving client consents and synergies, directly addressing previous concerns. This aggressive move signals Victory Capital's strong commitment to a strategic acquisition aimed at creating a larger, more diversified asset manager.