Rogers Issues Statement Regarding DuPont’s Notice of Termination of Merger Agreement

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Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG) announced its evaluation of options following DuPont's termination of their merger agreement dated November 1, 2021. The company emphasizes its ongoing commitment to a robust growth strategy, noting strong performance in markets like EV/HEV, supported by numerous design wins and customer engagement. Rogers positions itself as a leader in engineered materials across various sectors, with a focus on innovative solutions. The company also highlights potential risks associated with the merger, including disruptions and uncertainties impacting its business operations.

Positive

• Strong competitive position in fast-growing markets like EV/HEV.
• Continued design wins and broad customer enthusiasm.
• Robust pipeline of opportunities for future growth.

Negative

• Termination of the merger agreement could lead to strategic uncertainties.
• Potential distractions for management due to transaction-related issues.
• Risks related to retaining key personnel amid merger complications.

CHANDLER, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rogers Corporation (NYSE: ROG) today issued the following statement in response to DuPont de Nemours, Inc.’s (“DuPont”) notice of termination of the definitive merger agreement entered into by Rogers and DuPont on November 1, 2021:

“Rogers is currently evaluating all options to determine the best path forward in response to DuPont’s notice.

“Rogers remains an exceptional company, and the team continues to execute on our successful growth strategy. Our strong competitive position innovating across fast-growing markets, including EV/HEV, is underscored by continuing design wins, broad customer enthusiasm and a robust pipeline of opportunities.”

About Rogers Corporation

Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG) is a global leader in engineered materials to power, protect and connect our world. Rogers delivers innovative solutions to help our customers solve their toughest material challenges. Rogers’ advanced electronic and elastomeric materials are used in applications for EV/HEV, automotive safety and radar systems, mobile devices, renewable energy, wireless infrastructure, energy-efficient motor drives, industrial equipment and more. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Rogers operates manufacturing facilities in the United States, Asia and Europe, with sales offices worldwide.

Safe Harbor Statement

Statements included in this release that are not a description of historical facts are forward-looking statements. Words or phrases such as “believe,” “may,” “could,” “will,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “seek,” “plan,” “expect,” “should,” “would” or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, and are based on Rogers’ current beliefs and expectations. This release contains forward-looking statements, which concern the planned acquisition of Rogers by DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (the “DuPont Merger”), our plans, objectives, outlook, goals, strategies, future events, future net sales or performance, capital expenditures, future restructuring, plans or intentions relating to expansions, business trends and other information that is not historical information. All forward-looking statements are based upon information available to us on the date of this release and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside of our control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements. Rogers’ actual future results may differ materially from Rogers’ current expectations due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in its business and risks relating to the DuPont Merger. These risks include, but are not limited to: uncertainties as to the timing and structure of the DuPont Merger; the possibility that various closing conditions for the transaction may not be satisfied or waived, including that a governmental entity may prohibit, delay or refuse to grant approval for the consummation of the DuPont Merger; the risk that management’s time and attention is diverted on transaction related issues; the risk that Rogers is unable to retain key personnel; the effects of disruptions caused by the transaction making it more difficult to maintain relationships with employees, customers, vendors and other business partners; and the risk that litigation in connection with or arising from the DuPont Merger may result in significant costs of defense, indemnification and liability. Other risks and uncertainties that could cause such results to differ include: the duration and impacts of the novel coronavirus global pandemic and efforts to contain its transmission and distribute vaccines, including the effect of these factors on our business, suppliers, customers, end users and economic conditions generally; continuing disruptions to global supply chains and our ability, or the ability of our suppliers, to obtain necessary product components; failure to capitalize on, volatility within, or other adverse changes with respect to the Company's growth drivers, including advanced mobility and advanced connectivity, such as delays in adoption or implementation of new technologies; uncertain business, economic and political conditions in the United States (U.S.) and abroad, particularly in China, South Korea, Germany, the United Kingdom, Hungary and Belgium, where we maintain significant manufacturing, sales or administrative operations; the trade policy dynamics between the U.S. and China reflected in trade agreement negotiations and the imposition of tariffs and other trade restrictions, including trade restrictions on Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (Huawei); fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; our ability to develop innovative products and the extent to which our products are incorporated into end-user products and systems and the extent to which end-user products and systems incorporating our products achieve commercial success; the ability and willingness of our sole or limited source suppliers to deliver certain key raw materials, including commodities, to us in a timely and cost-effective manner; intense global competition affecting both our existing products and products currently under development; business interruptions due to catastrophes or other similar events, such as natural disasters, war, including the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, terrorism or public health crises; the impact of sanctions, export controls and other foreign asset or investment restrictions; failure to realize, or delays in the realization of anticipated benefits of acquisitions and divestitures due to, among other things, the existence of unknown liabilities or difficulty integrating acquired businesses; our ability to attract and retain management and skilled technical personnel; our ability to protect our proprietary technology from infringement by third parties and/or allegations that our technology infringes third party rights; changes in effective tax rates or tax laws and regulations in the jurisdictions in which we operate; failure to comply with financial and restrictive covenants in our credit agreement or restrictions on our operational and financial flexibility due to such covenants; the outcome of ongoing and future litigation, including our asbestos-related product liability litigation; changes in environmental laws and regulations applicable to our business; and disruptions in, or breaches of, our information technology systems. Should any risks and uncertainties develop into actual events, these developments could have a material adverse effect on the Company or the DuPont Merger. For additional information about the risks, uncertainties and other factors that may affect our business, please see our most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. Rogers Corporation assumes no responsibility to update any forward-looking statements contained herein except as required by law.

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Media

Amy Kweder

Director, Corporate Communications

Phone: 480.203.0058

Email: amy.kweder@rogerscorporation.com

Jim Barron/Jared Levy/Leah Polito

FGS Global

Phone: (212) 687-8080 / (310) 201-2040

Email: rogerscorporation@fgsglobal.com

Investor:

Steve Haymore

Director, Investor Relations

Phone: 480.917.6026

Email: stephen.haymore@rogerscorporation.com

Source: Rogers Corporation

FAQ

What led to Rogers Corporation's merger agreement termination with DuPont?

DuPont de Nemours, Inc. issued a notice of termination for the merger agreement with Rogers Corporation originally signed on November 1, 2021.

How is Rogers Corporation planning to respond to DuPont's termination notice?

Rogers Corporation is currently evaluating all options to determine the best path forward in response to the termination notice.

What are the implications of the terminated merger for Rogers Corporation?

The termination could introduce strategic uncertainties and distract management from core business operations.

What markets is Rogers Corporation focused on for growth?

Rogers Corporation is concentrating on fast-growing markets, particularly in EV/HEV, supported by design wins and customer engagement.