The WSJ is reporting that Arconic (ARNC) is nearing a deal with private equity firm Apollo Global Management (APO) to be taken private. While the exact deal value is unknown right now, estimates peg Arconic’s value at over $10b or between $21 and $22 per share. The price represents a modest premium to recent close, but the name… Read More »
On November 1, Alcoa(AA) completed its spinoff from the former Alcoa, now named Arconic(ARNC). The new Alcoa is “is a globally cost-competitive industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products, positioned to succeed throughout the market cycle.” “We are launching Alcoa Corporation as a world leader in the aluminum industry with distinct competitive advantages across the value chain,”… Read More »
There are a number of spinoffs scheduled to be completed at the end of this month (October) or in early November and naturally, there are a few scheduled changes to the S&P indices as a result. Here is a summary of the changes which will occur over the next week or so: HCP Inc (HCP) is spinning off Quality… Read More »
In July 2007, when Rio Tinto(RIO) announced it would be purchasing Alcan for $38.1 billion in the largest mining acquisition ever, new CEO Tom Albanese was ecstatic. His bold move, beating out a $27 billion hostile bid from former Alcan parent Alcoa(AA) proved disastrous. Earlier this year, Albanese was forced to resign after writing down over $25 billion… Read More »