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COHERENT CORP. 8-K Report, Shareholder Vote Results (Mar 26, 2019)

Filed March 26, 2019For Securities:COHR

Summary

This 8-K filing by II-VI Incorporated (now Coherent Corp. under a different ticker symbol and operational structure) reports on the outcome of its Special Meeting of Shareholders held on March 26, 2019. The primary purpose of the meeting was to vote on the Share Issuance Proposal, which sought shareholder approval for the issuance of II-VI's common stock in connection with its proposed merger with Finisar Corporation. The filing confirms that shareholders overwhelmingly approved this critical proposal, a significant step towards the consummation of the merger. With the Share Issuance Proposal approved, II-VI has met a key condition for moving forward with the Finisar acquisition. The company also noted that a proposal to adjourn the meeting was not called, as sufficient votes were already cast to approve the merger-related share issuance. This positive shareholder vote outcome, announced via a joint press release with Finisar, signals strong support for the strategic combination and reduces uncertainty regarding its completion. Investors should monitor further developments related to the integration and the realization of anticipated synergies.

Key Highlights

  • 1Shareholders overwhelmingly approved the issuance of II-VI Common Stock in connection with the proposed merger with Finisar Corporation.
  • 2The Share Issuance Proposal received substantial support, with over 50 million shares voting in favor.
  • 3Sufficient votes were cast to approve the Share Issuance Proposal, rendering the Adjournment Proposal unnecessary.
  • 4The filing confirms the positive voting outcome from the Special Meeting of Shareholders held on March 26, 2019.
  • 5A joint press release with Finisar was issued on March 26, 2019, announcing the voting results.
  • 6The report indicates that 82.5% of outstanding shares were present (in person or by proxy) at the meeting.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of the Special Meeting was for II-VI Incorporated's shareholders to vote on a proposal to approve the issuance of II-VI's common stock in connection with its merger agreement with Finisar Corporation.

Yes, shareholders overwhelmingly approved the Share Issuance Proposal, which is a key step required to complete the merger with Finisar Corporation. The proposal to issue shares for the merger received significant support.

No, a vote on adjourning the meeting was not necessary because there were sufficient votes already cast to approve the Share Issuance Proposal, which was the primary agenda item.

The overwhelming approval of the Share Issuance Proposal by II-VI shareholders is a positive development, indicating strong support for the strategic combination with Finisar. This reduces a key uncertainty and moves the companies closer to closing the transaction, potentially leading to expected synergies and future growth.