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MergerJul 9, 2026, 04:13 PM

Bed Bath & Beyond Completes Acquisition of The Container Store

AI Summary

Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of The Container Store Holdings, LLC (TCS) on July 8, 2026. TCS will now operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary. In connection with the merger, the company issued $112,553,000 in 5.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2033 and entered into a registration rights and lock-up agreement for shares issued to initial holders. The interest rate on the Convertible Notes will increase if required stockholder approval is not obtained within specified timeframes.

Key Highlights

  • Completed acquisition of The Container Store Holdings, LLC (TCS) on July 8, 2026.
  • TCS Merger Sub, LLC merged into TCS, making TCS a wholly-owned subsidiary.
  • Issued $112,553,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2033.
  • Interest on Convertible Notes increases to 10.00% if stockholder approval not obtained within 3 months.
  • Interest on Convertible Notes increases to 12.00% if stockholder approval not obtained within 6 months.
  • Initial Holders received 13,427,624 shares of Common Stock and Convertible Notes.
  • Two-thirds of shares received by Holders are subject to a lock-up period.
  • Lock-up for 50% of shares ends at 180 days or VWAP >= $9.80 for 20 days.
  • Lock-up for other 50% of shares ends at 270 days or VWAP >= $14.00 for 20 days.