Ademi LLP indicates that an investigation is underway to determine whether the proposed transaction in which Ares Capital acquires Midcap Financial Investment Corporation (Nasdaq ticker: MFIC) provides fair value to the public shareholders of Midcap, and whether the board of directors of Midcap adequately protected the interests of shareholders during the negotiation and approval of the transaction.
According to the announcement, MFIC shareholders will receive a consideration of $10.88 per share, of which approximately $1.21 is in cash and about $9.67 is in Ares Capital common shares. The valuation of this stock plus cash transaction is approximately $2.6 billion.
According to Ademi LLP, the key aspects of its investigation include:
- Does the exchange ratio fully reflect the value and future prospects of Midcap;
- Have insiders related to Midcap who are involved in transactions obtained substantial benefits from changes in control rights?
- Are there any provisions that restrict competitive bidding, including high termination fees that may prevent other potential buyers from making more favorable offers?
- The behavior of the board of directors during the negotiation and approval process of the transaction, as well as whether the board of directors fulfilled its responsibilities to the public shareholders.
Ademi LLP indicates that if shareholders of MFIC have any concerns, they may contact this law firm to discuss their rights and the investigation process. This consultation is provided free of charge, and there is no obligation to participate.
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