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Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON) has filed a Form S-4 to register securities connected with its planned all-stock merger with Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR). Under the Agreement and Plan of Merger dated 21 May 2025, Star will merge into HSON Merger Sub, becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hudson. Each share of Star common stock will be exchanged for 0.23 shares of Hudson common stock, while each share of Star’s 10.0% Series A preferred stock will convert 1-for-1 into newly created Hudson Series A preferred stock. No cash will be paid for fractional shares.

Post-transaction ownership is expected to be approximately 79 % Hudson shareholders / 21 % former Star shareholders on a fully-diluted basis. The transaction requires: (i) approval of Hudson shareholders for the issuance of >5 % new shares (Nasdaq Rule 5635(a)), plus routine annual-meeting matters; and (ii) approval of Star shareholders to adopt the merger agreement. Meetings are scheduled in Old Greenwich, CT, with a record date of 14 July 2025.

Hudson will also seek to amend its 2009 Incentive Stock and Awards Plan to add 400,000 common shares and permit issuance of up to 175,000 preferred shares. Three Star-designated directors will join an expanded seven-member Hudson board at closing; existing Hudson officers will remain in place.

The agreement contains reciprocal $250,000 termination fees plus up to $250,000 expense reimbursement should either party abandon the deal and subsequently enter a competing transaction within nine months. Neither company’s shareholders are entitled to appraisal rights.

Key risks highlighted for investors include market fluctuation in Hudson’s share price (which directly affects the value received by Star holders), potential dilution for Hudson investors, and conflicts of interest—Hudson CEO Jeffrey E. Eberwein also serves on Star’s board. Both boards unanimously recommend voting “FOR” their respective proposals.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON) ha presentato un modulo S-4 per registrare i titoli relativi alla prevista fusione interamente in azioni con Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR). Secondo l'Accordo e Piano di Fusione datato 21 maggio 2025, Star si fonderà in HSON Merger Sub, diventando una controllata interamente posseduta da Hudson. Ogni azione ordinaria di Star sarà scambiata con 0,23 azioni ordinarie di Hudson, mentre ogni azione preferenziale Serie A al 10,0% di Star sarà convertita 1 a 1 in nuove azioni preferenziali Serie A di Hudson. Non sarà corrisposto denaro per frazioni di azioni.

La proprietà post-transazione sarà approssimativamente 79% azionisti Hudson / 21% ex azionisti Star su base completamente diluita. La transazione richiede: (i) l'approvazione degli azionisti Hudson per l'emissione di oltre il 5% di nuove azioni (Regola Nasdaq 5635(a)), oltre alle consuete questioni annuali; e (ii) l'approvazione degli azionisti Star per adottare l'accordo di fusione. Le assemblee sono previste a Old Greenwich, CT, con data di registrazione il 14 luglio 2025.

Hudson intende inoltre modificare il suo Piano Incentivi e Premi del 2009 per aggiungere 400.000 azioni ordinarie e consentire l'emissione fino a 175.000 azioni preferenziali. Tre direttori designati da Star entreranno a far parte di un consiglio Hudson ampliato a sette membri alla chiusura; gli attuali dirigenti Hudson rimarranno in carica.

L'accordo prevede commissioni di risoluzione reciproche di 250.000 $ più un rimborso spese fino a 250.000 $ qualora una delle parti abbandoni l'accordo e successivamente entri in una transazione concorrente entro nove mesi. Gli azionisti di entrambe le società non hanno diritto di valutazione.

I principali rischi evidenziati per gli investitori includono la volatilità del prezzo delle azioni Hudson (che influisce direttamente sul valore ricevuto dai detentori di Star), la potenziale diluizione per gli investitori Hudson e conflitti di interesse — il CEO di Hudson, Jeffrey E. Eberwein, è anche membro del consiglio di Star. Entrambi i consigli raccomandano all'unanimità di votare “A FAVORE” delle rispettive proposte.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON) ha presentado un Formulario S-4 para registrar valores relacionados con su planeada fusión totalmente en acciones con Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR). Según el Acuerdo y Plan de Fusión fechado el 21 de mayo de 2025, Star se fusionará con HSON Merger Sub, convirtiéndose en una subsidiaria totalmente propiedad de Hudson. Cada acción común de Star se intercambiará por 0,23 acciones comunes de Hudson, mientras que cada acción preferente Serie A al 10.0% de Star se convertirá 1 a 1 en nuevas acciones preferentes Serie A de Hudson. No se pagará efectivo por fracciones de acciones.

Se espera que la propiedad posterior a la transacción sea aproximadamente 79 % accionistas de Hudson / 21 % ex accionistas de Star en base totalmente diluida. La transacción requiere: (i) la aprobación de los accionistas de Hudson para la emisión de más del 5 % de nuevas acciones (Regla Nasdaq 5635(a)), además de asuntos rutinarios de la junta anual; y (ii) la aprobación de los accionistas de Star para adoptar el acuerdo de fusión. Las reuniones están programadas en Old Greenwich, CT, con una fecha de registro del 14 de julio de 2025.

Hudson también buscará enmendar su Plan de Incentivos y Premios de 2009 para añadir 400,000 acciones comunes y permitir la emisión de hasta 175,000 acciones preferentes. Tres directores designados por Star se unirán a una junta ampliada de Hudson de siete miembros al cierre; los actuales ejecutivos de Hudson permanecerán en sus cargos.

El acuerdo contiene tarifas recíprocas de 250,000 $ por terminación más un reembolso de gastos de hasta 250,000 $ si alguna parte abandona el acuerdo y posteriormente entra en una transacción competidora dentro de nueve meses. Los accionistas de ninguna de las compañías tienen derecho a evaluación.

Los riesgos clave destacados para los inversores incluyen la fluctuación del precio de las acciones de Hudson (que afecta directamente el valor recibido por los tenedores de Star), la posible dilución para los inversores de Hudson y conflictos de interés — el CEO de Hudson, Jeffrey E. Eberwein, también forma parte de la junta de Star. Ambas juntas recomiendan unánimemente votar “A FAVOR” de sus respectivas propuestas.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON)은(는) 예정된 전액 주식 합병과 관련된 증권을 등록하기 위해 Form S-4를 제출했습니다. Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR)와의 합병 계약서(2025년 5월 21일자)에 따라 Star는 HSON Merger Sub에 합병되어 Hudson의 완전 자회사가 됩니다. Star의 보통주 1주는 Hudson 보통주 0.23주로 교환되며, Star의 10.0% Series A 우선주는 1대1로 새로 발행되는 Hudson Series A 우선주로 전환됩니다. 소수 주식에 대해서는 현금이 지급되지 않습니다.

거래 후 소유권은 완전 희석 기준으로 약 79% Hudson 주주 / 21% 이전 Star 주주가 될 것으로 예상됩니다. 거래는 (i) Hudson 주주가 5% 이상의 신주 발행 승인(나스닥 규칙 5635(a))과 연례 회의의 일반 안건 승인, (ii) Star 주주가 합병 계약 채택 승인을 필요로 합니다. 회의는 코네티컷주 올드그리니치에서 예정되어 있으며, 기준일은 2025년 7월 14일입니다.

Hudson은 또한 2009년 인센티브 주식 및 상여 계획을 수정하여 보통주 400,000주를 추가하고 우선주 최대 175,000주 발행을 허용할 예정입니다. Star가 지정한 이사 3명이 합병 완료 시 7인으로 확대된 Hudson 이사회에 합류하며, 기존 Hudson 임원진은 그대로 유지됩니다.

계약에는 상호 25만 달러 해지 수수료와, 어느 한 쪽이 거래를 포기하고 9개월 이내에 경쟁 거래를 진행할 경우 최대 25만 달러의 비용 환급 조항이 포함되어 있습니다. 양사 주주 모두 감정권이 없습니다.

투자자에게 강조된 주요 위험 요소는 Hudson 주가 변동성(Star 주주가 받는 가치에 직접 영향), Hudson 투자자에 대한 희석 가능성, 이해 충돌—Hudson CEO 제프리 E. 에버와인은 Star 이사회에도 속해 있음입니다. 양사 이사회는 만장일치로 각자의 제안에 대해 “찬성” 투표를 권고합니다.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON) a déposé un formulaire S-4 pour enregistrer des titres liés à sa fusion prévue entièrement en actions avec Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR). Conformément à l'accord et plan de fusion daté du 21 mai 2025, Star sera fusionnée dans HSON Merger Sub, devenant une filiale à 100 % de Hudson. Chaque action ordinaire de Star sera échangée contre 0,23 action ordinaire de Hudson, tandis que chaque action privilégiée Série A à 10,0 % de Star sera convertie 1 pour 1 en nouvelles actions privilégiées Série A de Hudson. Aucun paiement en espèces ne sera effectué pour les fractions d'actions.

La propriété post-transaction devrait être d'environ 79 % d'actionnaires Hudson / 21 % d'anciens actionnaires Star sur une base entièrement diluée. La transaction nécessite : (i) l'approbation des actionnaires Hudson pour l'émission de plus de 5 % de nouvelles actions (règle Nasdaq 5635(a)), ainsi que les questions habituelles lors de l'assemblée annuelle ; et (ii) l'approbation des actionnaires Star pour adopter l'accord de fusion. Les réunions sont prévues à Old Greenwich, CT, avec une date d'enregistrement au 14 juillet 2025.

Hudson cherchera également à modifier son plan d'incitation et de récompenses de 2009 pour ajouter 400 000 actions ordinaires et permettre l'émission de jusqu'à 175 000 actions privilégiées. Trois administrateurs désignés par Star rejoindront un conseil d'administration Hudson élargi à sept membres lors de la clôture ; les dirigeants actuels de Hudson resteront en place.

L'accord prévoit des frais de résiliation réciproques de 250 000 $ ainsi qu'un remboursement des frais pouvant atteindre 250 000 $ si l'une des parties abandonne l'accord et conclut ultérieurement une transaction concurrente dans les neuf mois. Aucun des actionnaires des sociétés n'a droit à l'évaluation.

Les principaux risques soulignés pour les investisseurs incluent la fluctuation du cours de l'action Hudson (qui affecte directement la valeur reçue par les détenteurs d'actions Star), la dilution potentielle pour les investisseurs Hudson, et les conflits d'intérêts — le PDG de Hudson, Jeffrey E. Eberwein, siège également au conseil d'administration de Star. Les deux conseils recommandent à l'unanimité de voter "POUR" leurs propositions respectives.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON) hat ein Formular S-4 eingereicht, um Wertpapiere im Zusammenhang mit der geplanten vollständigen Aktientauschfusion mit Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR) zu registrieren. Gemäß der Fusionsvereinbarung vom 21. Mai 2025 wird Star in die HSON Merger Sub verschmolzen und damit eine hundertprozentige Tochtergesellschaft von Hudson. Jede Star-Stammaktie wird gegen 0,23 Hudson-Stammaktien getauscht, während jede 10,0% Series A Vorzugsaktie von Star 1:1 in neu geschaffene Hudson Series A Vorzugsaktien umgewandelt wird. Für Bruchteile von Aktien wird kein Bargeld gezahlt.

Die Eigentumsverhältnisse nach der Transaktion werden voraussichtlich etwa 79 % Hudson-Aktionäre / 21 % ehemalige Star-Aktionäre auf voll verwässerter Basis betragen. Die Transaktion erfordert: (i) die Zustimmung der Hudson-Aktionäre zur Ausgabe von >5 % neuen Aktien (Nasdaq-Regel 5635(a)) sowie routinemäßige Jahreshauptversammlungsangelegenheiten; und (ii) die Zustimmung der Star-Aktionäre zur Annahme des Fusionsvertrags. Die Versammlungen sind in Old Greenwich, CT, geplant, mit einem Stichtag am 14. Juli 2025.

Hudson wird außerdem seinen Incentive Stock and Awards Plan von 2009 ändern, um 400.000 Stammaktien hinzuzufügen und die Ausgabe von bis zu 175.000 Vorzugsaktien zu ermöglichen. Drei von Star benannte Direktoren werden bei Abschluss in den erweiterten siebenköpfigen Hudson-Vorstand eintreten; die bestehenden Hudson-Führungskräfte bleiben im Amt.

Die Vereinbarung enthält gegenseitige Abbruchgebühren in Höhe von 250.000 $ sowie eine Erstattung von bis zu 250.000 $ an Kosten, falls eine Partei den Deal abbricht und innerhalb von neun Monaten eine konkurrierende Transaktion eingeht. Keiner der Aktionäre der Unternehmen hat Bewertungsrechte.

Zu den für Investoren hervorgehobenen Hauptrisiken gehören Marktschwankungen des Hudson-Aktienkurses (die den Wert für Star-Inhaber direkt beeinflussen), mögliche Verwässerung für Hudson-Investoren und Interessenkonflikte — Hudson-CEO Jeffrey E. Eberwein ist auch Mitglied des Star-Vorstands. Beide Vorstände empfehlen einstimmig, „FÜR“ ihre jeweiligen Vorschläge zu stimmen.

Positive
  • Strategic expansion: Combines Hudson’s RPO platform with Star’s diversified operations, potentially broadening revenue streams.
  • No cash consideration: Preserves Hudson’s balance-sheet flexibility and limits financing risk.
  • Governance clarity: Pre-defined seven-member board with Star representation aids post-merger integration planning.
  • Modest break fees: $250k reciprocal termination fees cap downside cost if deal collapses.
Negative
  • Dilution: Hudson will issue >5 % new shares, reducing existing shareholders’ ownership to ~79 %.
  • Price volatility risk: Fixed 0.23 exchange ratio exposes Star shareholders to fluctuations in Hudson’s stock price.
  • Potential conflicts of interest: CEO Jeffrey E. Eberwein holds leadership roles in both firms.
  • Limited deterrence: Small break fees may not prevent alternative bids, adding uncertainty.
  • Integration execution: No detailed synergy or pro-forma earnings data provided, leaving financial impact unclear.

Insights

TL;DR: Stock-for-stock merger gives Hudson scale and diversification, but adds dilution and integration risk; modest break-fees limit downside.

The structure is straightforward—no cash, a fixed 0.23 exchange ratio and a 1-for-1 preferred swap. That caps the cash outlay and preserves Hudson liquidity. At an implied $2.25 per Star share (based on 20 May 2025 Hudson close), the premium looks moderate and the post-deal 79 / 21 split suggests Hudson retains control. The reciprocal $250k break fee is symbolic, indicating both parties’ smaller size; however, it also means limited deterrence against competing bids. Governance concessions—three Star directors on a seven-member board—balance influence but could complicate decision-making. Overall, the filing signals an accretive growth play for Hudson’s recruitment-process-outsourcing platform, yet success hinges on synergy execution and maintaining Hudson’s Nasdaq listing. I view the announcement as strategically positive but financially neutral until full pro-forma numbers are disclosed.

TL;DR: Event is impactful—Hudson shareholders face ~21 % dilution; value depends on Hudson price volatility ahead of closing.

The fixed exchange ratio transfers market risk to Star holders: if Hudson’s share price declines, consideration falls in lock-step. For Hudson investors, the plan enlarges the float and may improve liquidity, but EPS effects remain unknown given absent pro-forma financials. Approval risk exists—both votes must pass—and any delay could prolong uncertainty. The CEO’s dual role raises governance flags, partially mitigated by full disclosure. Termination fees are negligible relative to market caps, so arbitrage spreads could widen on negative news. From a portfolio standpoint, I classify the filing as impactful with a balanced risk/reward profile pending detailed synergy estimates.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON) ha presentato un modulo S-4 per registrare i titoli relativi alla prevista fusione interamente in azioni con Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR). Secondo l'Accordo e Piano di Fusione datato 21 maggio 2025, Star si fonderà in HSON Merger Sub, diventando una controllata interamente posseduta da Hudson. Ogni azione ordinaria di Star sarà scambiata con 0,23 azioni ordinarie di Hudson, mentre ogni azione preferenziale Serie A al 10,0% di Star sarà convertita 1 a 1 in nuove azioni preferenziali Serie A di Hudson. Non sarà corrisposto denaro per frazioni di azioni.

La proprietà post-transazione sarà approssimativamente 79% azionisti Hudson / 21% ex azionisti Star su base completamente diluita. La transazione richiede: (i) l'approvazione degli azionisti Hudson per l'emissione di oltre il 5% di nuove azioni (Regola Nasdaq 5635(a)), oltre alle consuete questioni annuali; e (ii) l'approvazione degli azionisti Star per adottare l'accordo di fusione. Le assemblee sono previste a Old Greenwich, CT, con data di registrazione il 14 luglio 2025.

Hudson intende inoltre modificare il suo Piano Incentivi e Premi del 2009 per aggiungere 400.000 azioni ordinarie e consentire l'emissione fino a 175.000 azioni preferenziali. Tre direttori designati da Star entreranno a far parte di un consiglio Hudson ampliato a sette membri alla chiusura; gli attuali dirigenti Hudson rimarranno in carica.

L'accordo prevede commissioni di risoluzione reciproche di 250.000 $ più un rimborso spese fino a 250.000 $ qualora una delle parti abbandoni l'accordo e successivamente entri in una transazione concorrente entro nove mesi. Gli azionisti di entrambe le società non hanno diritto di valutazione.

I principali rischi evidenziati per gli investitori includono la volatilità del prezzo delle azioni Hudson (che influisce direttamente sul valore ricevuto dai detentori di Star), la potenziale diluizione per gli investitori Hudson e conflitti di interesse — il CEO di Hudson, Jeffrey E. Eberwein, è anche membro del consiglio di Star. Entrambi i consigli raccomandano all'unanimità di votare “A FAVORE” delle rispettive proposte.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON) ha presentado un Formulario S-4 para registrar valores relacionados con su planeada fusión totalmente en acciones con Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR). Según el Acuerdo y Plan de Fusión fechado el 21 de mayo de 2025, Star se fusionará con HSON Merger Sub, convirtiéndose en una subsidiaria totalmente propiedad de Hudson. Cada acción común de Star se intercambiará por 0,23 acciones comunes de Hudson, mientras que cada acción preferente Serie A al 10.0% de Star se convertirá 1 a 1 en nuevas acciones preferentes Serie A de Hudson. No se pagará efectivo por fracciones de acciones.

Se espera que la propiedad posterior a la transacción sea aproximadamente 79 % accionistas de Hudson / 21 % ex accionistas de Star en base totalmente diluida. La transacción requiere: (i) la aprobación de los accionistas de Hudson para la emisión de más del 5 % de nuevas acciones (Regla Nasdaq 5635(a)), además de asuntos rutinarios de la junta anual; y (ii) la aprobación de los accionistas de Star para adoptar el acuerdo de fusión. Las reuniones están programadas en Old Greenwich, CT, con una fecha de registro del 14 de julio de 2025.

Hudson también buscará enmendar su Plan de Incentivos y Premios de 2009 para añadir 400,000 acciones comunes y permitir la emisión de hasta 175,000 acciones preferentes. Tres directores designados por Star se unirán a una junta ampliada de Hudson de siete miembros al cierre; los actuales ejecutivos de Hudson permanecerán en sus cargos.

El acuerdo contiene tarifas recíprocas de 250,000 $ por terminación más un reembolso de gastos de hasta 250,000 $ si alguna parte abandona el acuerdo y posteriormente entra en una transacción competidora dentro de nueve meses. Los accionistas de ninguna de las compañías tienen derecho a evaluación.

Los riesgos clave destacados para los inversores incluyen la fluctuación del precio de las acciones de Hudson (que afecta directamente el valor recibido por los tenedores de Star), la posible dilución para los inversores de Hudson y conflictos de interés — el CEO de Hudson, Jeffrey E. Eberwein, también forma parte de la junta de Star. Ambas juntas recomiendan unánimemente votar “A FAVOR” de sus respectivas propuestas.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON)은(는) 예정된 전액 주식 합병과 관련된 증권을 등록하기 위해 Form S-4를 제출했습니다. Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR)와의 합병 계약서(2025년 5월 21일자)에 따라 Star는 HSON Merger Sub에 합병되어 Hudson의 완전 자회사가 됩니다. Star의 보통주 1주는 Hudson 보통주 0.23주로 교환되며, Star의 10.0% Series A 우선주는 1대1로 새로 발행되는 Hudson Series A 우선주로 전환됩니다. 소수 주식에 대해서는 현금이 지급되지 않습니다.

거래 후 소유권은 완전 희석 기준으로 약 79% Hudson 주주 / 21% 이전 Star 주주가 될 것으로 예상됩니다. 거래는 (i) Hudson 주주가 5% 이상의 신주 발행 승인(나스닥 규칙 5635(a))과 연례 회의의 일반 안건 승인, (ii) Star 주주가 합병 계약 채택 승인을 필요로 합니다. 회의는 코네티컷주 올드그리니치에서 예정되어 있으며, 기준일은 2025년 7월 14일입니다.

Hudson은 또한 2009년 인센티브 주식 및 상여 계획을 수정하여 보통주 400,000주를 추가하고 우선주 최대 175,000주 발행을 허용할 예정입니다. Star가 지정한 이사 3명이 합병 완료 시 7인으로 확대된 Hudson 이사회에 합류하며, 기존 Hudson 임원진은 그대로 유지됩니다.

계약에는 상호 25만 달러 해지 수수료와, 어느 한 쪽이 거래를 포기하고 9개월 이내에 경쟁 거래를 진행할 경우 최대 25만 달러의 비용 환급 조항이 포함되어 있습니다. 양사 주주 모두 감정권이 없습니다.

투자자에게 강조된 주요 위험 요소는 Hudson 주가 변동성(Star 주주가 받는 가치에 직접 영향), Hudson 투자자에 대한 희석 가능성, 이해 충돌—Hudson CEO 제프리 E. 에버와인은 Star 이사회에도 속해 있음입니다. 양사 이사회는 만장일치로 각자의 제안에 대해 “찬성” 투표를 권고합니다.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON) a déposé un formulaire S-4 pour enregistrer des titres liés à sa fusion prévue entièrement en actions avec Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR). Conformément à l'accord et plan de fusion daté du 21 mai 2025, Star sera fusionnée dans HSON Merger Sub, devenant une filiale à 100 % de Hudson. Chaque action ordinaire de Star sera échangée contre 0,23 action ordinaire de Hudson, tandis que chaque action privilégiée Série A à 10,0 % de Star sera convertie 1 pour 1 en nouvelles actions privilégiées Série A de Hudson. Aucun paiement en espèces ne sera effectué pour les fractions d'actions.

La propriété post-transaction devrait être d'environ 79 % d'actionnaires Hudson / 21 % d'anciens actionnaires Star sur une base entièrement diluée. La transaction nécessite : (i) l'approbation des actionnaires Hudson pour l'émission de plus de 5 % de nouvelles actions (règle Nasdaq 5635(a)), ainsi que les questions habituelles lors de l'assemblée annuelle ; et (ii) l'approbation des actionnaires Star pour adopter l'accord de fusion. Les réunions sont prévues à Old Greenwich, CT, avec une date d'enregistrement au 14 juillet 2025.

Hudson cherchera également à modifier son plan d'incitation et de récompenses de 2009 pour ajouter 400 000 actions ordinaires et permettre l'émission de jusqu'à 175 000 actions privilégiées. Trois administrateurs désignés par Star rejoindront un conseil d'administration Hudson élargi à sept membres lors de la clôture ; les dirigeants actuels de Hudson resteront en place.

L'accord prévoit des frais de résiliation réciproques de 250 000 $ ainsi qu'un remboursement des frais pouvant atteindre 250 000 $ si l'une des parties abandonne l'accord et conclut ultérieurement une transaction concurrente dans les neuf mois. Aucun des actionnaires des sociétés n'a droit à l'évaluation.

Les principaux risques soulignés pour les investisseurs incluent la fluctuation du cours de l'action Hudson (qui affecte directement la valeur reçue par les détenteurs d'actions Star), la dilution potentielle pour les investisseurs Hudson, et les conflits d'intérêts — le PDG de Hudson, Jeffrey E. Eberwein, siège également au conseil d'administration de Star. Les deux conseils recommandent à l'unanimité de voter "POUR" leurs propositions respectives.

Hudson Global, Inc. (HSON) hat ein Formular S-4 eingereicht, um Wertpapiere im Zusammenhang mit der geplanten vollständigen Aktientauschfusion mit Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR) zu registrieren. Gemäß der Fusionsvereinbarung vom 21. Mai 2025 wird Star in die HSON Merger Sub verschmolzen und damit eine hundertprozentige Tochtergesellschaft von Hudson. Jede Star-Stammaktie wird gegen 0,23 Hudson-Stammaktien getauscht, während jede 10,0% Series A Vorzugsaktie von Star 1:1 in neu geschaffene Hudson Series A Vorzugsaktien umgewandelt wird. Für Bruchteile von Aktien wird kein Bargeld gezahlt.

Die Eigentumsverhältnisse nach der Transaktion werden voraussichtlich etwa 79 % Hudson-Aktionäre / 21 % ehemalige Star-Aktionäre auf voll verwässerter Basis betragen. Die Transaktion erfordert: (i) die Zustimmung der Hudson-Aktionäre zur Ausgabe von >5 % neuen Aktien (Nasdaq-Regel 5635(a)) sowie routinemäßige Jahreshauptversammlungsangelegenheiten; und (ii) die Zustimmung der Star-Aktionäre zur Annahme des Fusionsvertrags. Die Versammlungen sind in Old Greenwich, CT, geplant, mit einem Stichtag am 14. Juli 2025.

Hudson wird außerdem seinen Incentive Stock and Awards Plan von 2009 ändern, um 400.000 Stammaktien hinzuzufügen und die Ausgabe von bis zu 175.000 Vorzugsaktien zu ermöglichen. Drei von Star benannte Direktoren werden bei Abschluss in den erweiterten siebenköpfigen Hudson-Vorstand eintreten; die bestehenden Hudson-Führungskräfte bleiben im Amt.

Die Vereinbarung enthält gegenseitige Abbruchgebühren in Höhe von 250.000 $ sowie eine Erstattung von bis zu 250.000 $ an Kosten, falls eine Partei den Deal abbricht und innerhalb von neun Monaten eine konkurrierende Transaktion eingeht. Keiner der Aktionäre der Unternehmen hat Bewertungsrechte.

Zu den für Investoren hervorgehobenen Hauptrisiken gehören Marktschwankungen des Hudson-Aktienkurses (die den Wert für Star-Inhaber direkt beeinflussen), mögliche Verwässerung für Hudson-Investoren und Interessenkonflikte — Hudson-CEO Jeffrey E. Eberwein ist auch Mitglied des Star-Vorstands. Beide Vorstände empfehlen einstimmig, „FÜR“ ihre jeweiligen Vorschläge zu stimmen.

SEC Form 3
FORM 3 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

INITIAL STATEMENT OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Long Ryan J.

(Last) (First) (Middle)
414 NICOLLET MALL

(Street)
MINNEAPOLIS MN 55401

(City) (State) (Zip)
2. Date of Event Requiring Statement (Month/Day/Year)
06/16/2025
3. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
XCEL ENERGY INC [ XEL ]
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Director 10% Owner
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Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 4) 2. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned (Instr. 4) 3. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 4. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Common Stock 9,336.894 D
Common Stock 1,878.557(1) I 401(k)
Table II - Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
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1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 2. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year) 3. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 4. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 5. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 6. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Date Exercisable Expiration Date Title Amount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units (2) (2) Common Stock 1,024 (3) D
Restricted Stock Units (4) (4) Common Stock 3,940 (3) D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Shares held in the Xcel Energy Stock Fund under the Xcel Energy 401(k) Savings Plan as of a plan statement dated June 16, 2025.
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FAQ

What is the exchange ratio for Star Equity (STRR) shareholders?

Each Star common share will convert into 0.23 shares of Hudson (HSON) common stock; Star preferred converts 1-for-1 into Hudson preferred.

How much of the combined company will Hudson shareholders own after the merger?

Pre-merger Hudson investors are expected to hold approximately 79 % of the post-merger common equity.

Are any cash payments involved in the Hudson–Star merger?

No. The deal is entirely stock-for-stock; fractional shares will be rounded with no cash paid.

What are the termination fees if the transaction is cancelled?

Either party may owe a $250,000 termination fee plus up to $250,000 in expense reimbursement if it walks away and completes another deal within nine months.

Will Hudson Global issue new preferred stock?

Yes. Hudson will create a 10.0 % Series A Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock class to exchange 1-for-1 with Star’s existing preferred shares.

When is the shareholder vote and what is the record date?

Both meetings will be held in 2025 (exact date TBD); the record date is 14 July 2025 for Hudson and Star shareholders.
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