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JOHNSON & JOHNSON 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jan 12, 2006)

Filed January 12, 2006For Securities:JNJ

Summary

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) announced an amendment to its previously announced merger agreement with Guidant Corporation. The key change is an increase in the total consideration offered to Guidant shareholders. Under the amended terms, Guidant shareholders will receive a combination of $37.25 in cash and 0.493 shares of JNJ common stock per share of Guidant common stock. This amendment signifies JNJ's continued commitment to the acquisition of Guidant, albeit at a revised valuation. Investors should note the increased cash component and the exchange ratio for JNJ stock, which impacts the overall value of the deal and JNJ's future share count and financial structure. The termination fee payable by Guidant has also been proportionately increased, reflecting the higher deal value.

Key Highlights

  • 1Johnson & Johnson amended its merger agreement with Guidant Corporation.
  • 2The consideration for Guidant shareholders has been increased.
  • 3Guidant shareholders will receive $37.25 cash and 0.493 shares of JNJ common stock per Guidant share.
  • 4The termination fee for Guidant has been proportionately increased to $675 million.
  • 5The filing confirms JNJ's intent to proceed with the acquisition under the revised terms.
  • 6Investors are urged to review the definitive proxy statement/prospectus for detailed information.
  • 7This filing is also considered written communication under Rule 425 of the Securities Act.

Frequently Asked Questions

The filing does not explicitly state the reasons for the increase in offer price. However, such amendments typically occur due to negotiations between the parties, changes in market conditions, or to address any potential concerns that may have arisen since the initial agreement was signed to ensure the deal's completion.

The new offer is a combination of $37.25 in cash and 0.493 shares of Johnson & Johnson common stock for each share of Guidant common stock. The total value would fluctuate based on Johnson & Johnson's stock price at the time of the merger's completion.

The amendment means Johnson & Johnson will issue approximately 0.493 shares of its common stock for each Guidant share acquired. This will increase the number of outstanding JNJ shares, potentially diluting existing shareholders' ownership, and will also impact JNJ's financial statements and earnings per share calculations going forward.

The termination fee is a pre-agreed amount that Guidant may have to pay to Johnson & Johnson if the merger agreement is terminated under certain specified circumstances, such as Guidant accepting a superior offer from another company. The fee has been increased to $675 million, reflecting the higher total value of the amended merger agreement.