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HORTON D R INC /DE/ 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Jun 5, 2017)

Filed June 5, 2017For Securities:DHI

Summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. (DHI) announced on June 5, 2017, a significant strategic move through a proposal to acquire 75% of the outstanding shares of Forestar Group Inc. ("Forestar") for $16.25 per share in cash. This proposed transaction represents D.R. Horton's intent to increase its control and integration with Forestar, which is likely a land and real estate development subsidiary given the context of a homebuilder acquiring a majority stake. The company also held a conference call and issued a press release to discuss this proposal, providing further details through an investor presentation. Investors should monitor the progress of this acquisition as it could impact D.R. Horton's land inventory, development pipeline, and overall growth strategy. The filing also provides important information for Forestar shareholders regarding future filings and their rights.

Key Highlights

  • 1D.R. Horton (DHI) proposed to acquire 75% of Forestar Group Inc. (FOR) for $16.25 per share in cash.
  • 2The proposed transaction aims to increase D.R. Horton's ownership and control over Forestar.
  • 3D.R. Horton hosted a conference call and issued a press release to announce and discuss the proposal.
  • 4An investor presentation was released detailing the proposed transaction.
  • 5A registration statement on Form S-4, including a proxy statement/prospectus, will be filed with the SEC for Forestar shareholders.
  • 6Forestar shareholders are advised to read the upcoming filings for important information.
  • 7As of the filing date, D.R. Horton's directors and officers did not own any Forestar securities.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing announces D.R. Horton's proposal to acquire 75% of Forestar Group Inc. for $16.25 per share in cash and provides details about the proposed transaction, including furnished exhibits such as the press release, proposal letter, conference call script, and investor presentation.

Acquiring a majority stake in Forestar suggests D.R. Horton aims to consolidate control over its land and real estate development activities, potentially leading to better integration, cost efficiencies, and a more controlled development pipeline for its homebuilding operations.

Forestar shareholders are advised to read the upcoming registration statement on Form S-4, which will include a proxy statement/prospectus. These documents will contain important information about the proposed transaction. They can be accessed via the SEC's website or D.R. Horton's investor relations website.

Further details will be provided when the registration statement on Form S-4, including the proxy statement/prospectus, is filed with the SEC. This filing is expected to contain comprehensive information for Forestar shareholders.