Biglari Holdings Inc. News Release

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Biglari Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BH.A; BH) has reached a Final Judgment due to noncompliance with the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act's premerger reporting requirements. The issue arose from a technical error, as Biglari had previously obtained HSR clearance for acquiring Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. stock. However, this clearance expired when Biglari acquired an additional 55,141 shares in March 2020, during the pandemic-related government shutdown.

Positive

• Biglari Holdings had prior HSR clearance for Cracker Barrel stock acquisition.

Negative

• Noncompliance with the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act could lead to regulatory scrutiny.
• The expiration of HSR clearance during the pandemic may impact investor trust.

SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Biglari Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BH.A; BH) has consented to a Final Judgment for failure to comply with the premerger reporting and waiting requirements of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act. Noncompliance with the filing requirement was a technical error. Biglari Holdings had HSR clearance on Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc., stock acquisition but the clearance had expired when it purchased an additional of 55,141 shares in March 2020, during the government shutdown caused by the pandemic. 

About Biglari Holdings Inc.

Biglari Holdings Inc. is a holding company owning subsidiaries engaged in a number of diverse business activities, including property and casualty insurance, media and licensing, restaurants, and oil and gas. The Company's largest operating subsidiaries are involved in the franchising and operating of restaurants.

 

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FAQ

What was the Final Judgment related to Biglari Holdings Inc. on December 22, 2021?

Biglari Holdings consented to a Final Judgment due to failure to comply with the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act's premerger reporting requirements.

What caused the compliance issue for Biglari Holdings with Cracker Barrel stock?

The compliance issue arose from a technical error; clearance expired during a stock acquisition in March 2020.

How many additional shares of Cracker Barrel did Biglari Holdings acquire in March 2020?

Biglari Holdings acquired an additional 55,141 shares of Cracker Barrel in March 2020.

What are the implications of the Hart-Scott-Rodino compliance issue for Biglari Holdings' investors?

The compliance issue may lead to regulatory scrutiny, potentially affecting investor confidence.