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COHERENT CORP. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Feb 29, 2016)

Filed February 29, 2016For Securities:COHR

Summary

II-VI Incorporated (now Coherent Corp.) has filed an 8-K report detailing significant amendments to its merger agreement with ANADIGICS, Inc. The company announced an increase in the tender offer price for ANADIGICS common stock from $0.66 to $0.85 per share, raising the aggregate merger consideration to approximately $78.2 million. This revised offer reflects a more favorable valuation for ANADIGICS shareholders and a stronger commitment from II-VI to the transaction. Furthermore, the tender offer expiration date has been extended to March 11, 2016, providing additional time for shareholders to accept the offer. The merger agreement's end date has also been pushed to May 26, 2016. To support Anadigics during this period and potentially mitigate risks, II-VI has agreed to provide a line of credit up to $10 million, with an initial advance of $3.5 million, demonstrating financial backing and a strategic interest in the target company's operations.

Key Highlights

  • 1II-VI Incorporated increased its tender offer price for ANADIGICS, Inc. to $0.85 per share in cash, up from $0.66.
  • 2The aggregate merger consideration is now approximately $78.2 million.
  • 3The tender offer expiration date has been extended to March 11, 2016.
  • 4The merger agreement's end date has been extended to May 26, 2016.
  • 5II-VI agreed to provide ANADIGICS with a line of credit up to $10 million, with an initial $3.5 million advance.
  • 6The termination fee payable to II-VI upon termination of the merger agreement has been increased.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the filing doesn't explicitly state the reason, an increase in offer price typically suggests II-VI views ANADIGICS as a valuable asset, potentially in response to market conditions, competitive pressures, or to secure shareholder approval and completion of the deal at the revised valuation.

Extending these dates provides more time for ANADIGICS shareholders to tender their shares and for II-VI to meet any remaining conditions, such as regulatory approvals. It suggests that the parties are working towards closing the deal but require additional time to finalize all aspects.

The line of credit is intended to provide ANADIGICS with financial support during the period leading up to the potential merger. The initial $3.5 million advance suggests immediate working capital needs or a demonstration of II-VI's commitment to supporting Anadigics' operations.

The increase in the termination fee payable to II-VI makes it more costly for ANADIGICS to terminate the agreement under certain conditions, thus strengthening II-VI's position and potentially reducing the likelihood of the deal falling apart due to ANADIGICS's unilateral decision to exit.