康弗伦特将被IBM以每股31.00美元的现金交易方式收购

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This definitive proxy statement outlines the terms of Confluent's acquisition by IBM, a thesis-altering event for the company. The all-cash offer of $31.00 per share provides immediate liquidity and certainty of value to shareholders, representing a substantial 35% premium over the 30-day volume-weighted average price. The unanimous recommendation from Confluent's Board of Directors, following a thorough strategic review process, coupled with a voting agreement from stockholders representing 61.1% of the voting power, signals strong internal support and a high probability of shareholder approval. While the merger is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory clearances, the parties are committed to addressing potential concerns. This transaction offers a favorable exit for Confluent shareholders and integrates Confluent's data streaming platform into IBM's hybrid cloud and AI strategy.

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• 收购协议签署

  康富騰公司已與國際商業機器公司（IBM）簽署了最終合併協議，將被IBM收購。

• 现金支付

  股东将获得每股A类或B类普通股31.00美元的现金。

• 显著溢价

  收购价格代表了约为35%的溢价，相对于2025年12月5日的康富伦30天的量加权平均价格。

• 全体董事会一致通过

  康弗伦特的董事会，根据特别委员会的建议，经一致同意批准了该项合并，并推荐股东采纳。

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This definitive proxy statement outlines the terms of Confluent's acquisition by IBM, a thesis-altering event for the company. The all-cash offer of $31.00 per share provides immediate liquidity and certainty of value to shareholders, representing a substantial 35% premium over the 30-day volume-weighted average price. The unanimous recommendation from Confluent's Board of Directors, following a thorough strategic review process, coupled with a voting agreement from stockholders representing 61.1% of the voting power, signals strong internal support and a high probability of shareholder approval. While the merger is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory clearances, the parties are committed to addressing potential concerns. This transaction offers a favorable exit for Confluent shareholders and integrates Confluent's data streaming platform into IBM's hybrid cloud and AI strategy.