Jefferies Financial Group Inc. - JEF STOCK NEWS

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (NYSE: JEF) has successfully spun off Vitesse Energy, Inc. (NYSE: VTS) into an independent publicly traded company. The distribution took place on January 13, 2023, where Jefferies shareholders received one share of Vitesse Common Stock for every 8.49668 Jefferies shares held. Approximately 26.6 million shares were distributed, constituting around 94.37% of Vitesse's total shares. Vitesse focuses on non-operated oil and gas properties in the U.S., primarily in the Bakken and Three Forks formations. Trading for both companies commenced on January 17, 2023.

Jefferies Financial Group reported Q4 2022 net earnings of $140 million, or $0.57 per diluted share, with annualized return on adjusted tangible equity at 7.2%. Total net revenues reached $1.44 billion, driven by Investment Banking revenues of $568 million and Capital Markets revenues of $478 million. Despite being 38% lower than 2021, the firm ranked #6 in global M&A and equity capital markets. The company repurchased 3.9 million shares for $121 million and announced a dividend of $0.30 per share, payable on February 24, 2023.

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (NYSE:JEF) announced the distribution date for Vitesse Energy, Inc. common stock as January 13, 2023, with a record date of December 27, 2022. Shareholders will receive one share of Vitesse for every 8.49668 shares of Jefferies held. An Information Statement detailing the spin-off will be provided to shareholders. The distribution aims to be tax-free for U.S. federal tax purposes, except for cash received for fractional shares. Trading for Vitesse Common Stock begins on a 'when-issued' basis on or about January 10, 2023.

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (NYSE: JEF) will announce its fourth-quarter and annual 2022 financial results on Monday, January 9, 2023, after market close. Established 60 years ago, Jefferies is a leading independent global investment banking firm, offering a comprehensive suite of services including investment banking, advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth management across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The firm is also involved in alternative asset management through its Leucadia Asset Management division.

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (NYSE:JEF) announced a pro rata dividend distribution of Vitesse Energy, Inc. common stock to its shareholders. The record date for this distribution is set for December 27, 2022, by 5:00 p.m. ET. Shareholders will receive one share of Vitesse for every 8.49668 Jefferies shares held. The distribution is contingent upon regulatory conditions, including a tax-free reorganization ruling from the IRS. Fractional shares will be sold, and cash proceeds will be distributed to shareholders. Jefferies aims to ensure the distribution is tax-free, excluding cash for fractional shares.

Jefferies Financial Group has completed a significant merger, integrating its wholly owned subsidiary, Jefferies Group LLC, into Jefferies. This strategic move aims to streamline the corporate structure by eliminating duplicative reporting processes, including Form 10-Qs and Form 10-Ks. As a result, all assets and liabilities of Jefferies Group will now be assumed by Jefferies.

This merger enhances operational efficiency and reinforces Jefferies' position as a leading independent investment banking firm.

Barkley released its third annual report, Purpose Up | Doubling Down in Tough Times, revealing 96% of consumers prioritize buying from purpose-led brands, despite economic challenges. Notably, 50% of consumers are willing to pay more for products addressing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. The report found a strong correlation between brand purpose and market performance, with 41% of performance explained by 'Purpose Power'. Business leaders recognize climate change's impact, with 94% acknowledging its threat to their brands.

Leucadia Asset Management, part of Jefferies Financial Group (NYSE: JEF), has entered a strategic partnership with ISO-mts Capital Management, a new credit long/short investment firm. This relationship involves Leucadia investing long-term capital into ISO-mts' bank credit-related strategy, which aims to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns through investments in bank credit instruments. Co-led by seasoned professionals Justin D’Ercole and Paul Feidelson, ISO-mts is positioned for growth with Leucadia's backing, enhancing its market differentiation.

Jefferies reported Q3 results with a net income of $195 million, or $0.78 per diluted share, and adjusted net income of $275 million, or $1.10 per diluted share, excluding an $80 million regulatory settlement. The company’s investment banking and capital markets net revenues reached $1.12 billion, while asset management recorded a $3 million loss. A quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share was declared, payable on November 29, 2022. Jefferies also repurchased 4.3 million shares for $134.1 million, increasing share buyback authorization to $250 million.