DMC Global Comments on Steel Connect’s Unsolicited Proposal
DMC Global has commented on Steel Connect’s unsolicited proposal, as part of its strategic alternatives review process. The board of directors will consider the proposal with the assistance of legal and financial advisors. There is no assurance that this review will result in any transaction or specific outcome, and no timetable has been set for its completion. DMC does not plan to make further comments unless necessary. BofA Securities is serving as DMC’s financial advisor, with Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP and Richards, Layton & Finger, P.A. as legal advisors. Morrow Sodali is the strategic stockholder advisor, and Gagnier Communications is the strategic communications advisor.
- DMC is considering strategic alternatives, including Steel Connect's proposal, showing proactive governance.
- DMC has engaged top-tier advisors (BofA Securities, Womble Bond Dickinson, Richards, Layton & Finger) suggesting thorough due diligence.
- Uncertainty about the outcome or timeline of the strategic review could create instability in the stock price.
- No guarantee that the review of strategic alternatives will result in a beneficial transaction for shareholders.
BROOMFIELD, Colo., June 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DMC Global Inc. (Nasdaq: BOOM) (“DMC” or the “Company”) today commented on Steel Connect’s recent unsolicited proposal (the “Proposal”).
DMC’s board of directors (the “Board”) previously announced a review of strategic alternatives. The Board will consider the Proposal as part of its ongoing deliberations, in consultation with its legal and financial advisors and in accordance with its fiduciary duties. In the meantime, stockholders need not take any action.
There can be no assurance that the Board’s review of strategic alternatives and options will result in any transaction or other alternative, nor any assurance as to its outcome or timing. There is no timetable for completion of this process and DMC does not intend to comment further unless and until it determines that further disclosure is necessary or appropriate.
BofA Securities is acting as financial advisor to DMC. Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP and Richards, Layton & Finger, P.A. are acting as DMC’s legal advisors, Morrow Sodali is acting as its strategic stockholder advisor, and Gagnier Communications LLC is its strategic communications advisor.
About DMC Global
DMC Global is an owner and operator of innovative, asset-light manufacturing businesses that provide unique, highly engineered products and differentiated solutions. DMC’s businesses have established leadership positions in their respective markets and consist of: Arcadia, a leading supplier of architectural building products; DynaEnergetics, which serves the global energy industry; and NobelClad, which addresses the global industrial infrastructure and transportation sectors. Based in Broomfield, Colorado, DMC trades on Nasdaq under the symbol “BOOM.” For more information, visit: HTTP://WWW.DMCGLOBAL.COM.
Safe Harbor Language
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CONTACT:
Investors:
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303-604-3924
Media:
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