Independence Realty Trust Stockholders Approve Steadfast Apartment REIT Merger
Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (IRT) announced that its stockholders approved the issuance of shares to Steadfast Apartment REIT, Inc. (STAR) as part of their merger. This significant step occurred during separate special meetings held by both companies, with STAR stockholders also approving the merger. The transaction is expected to close on or before December 16, 2021, pending remaining conditions. Each STAR share will convert to 0.905 shares of IRT common stock. The merger aims to enhance IRT's market presence and operational scale in non-gateway U.S. markets.
- Stockholders approved the issuance of shares for the merger with STAR.
- Anticipated synergies from the merger may strengthen IRT's market position.
- Completion of the merger is subject to remaining conditions, which introduces uncertainty.
- Potential integration challenges could affect operational performance post-merger.
IRT and STAR held separate special stockholders meetings today in conjunction with the proposed transaction. During STAR’s special meeting of stockholders, STAR stockholders voted to approve the Merger.
Subject to the satisfaction or waiver of the remaining conditions to the closing of the Merger, the Merger is expected to close on or before
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