AcquisitionsJul 1, 2026, 05:32 PM
Diana Shipping Extends Genco Tender Offer to July 10; Financing Extended
AI Summary
Diana Shipping Inc. announced the extension of its tender offer to acquire all outstanding shares of Genco Shipping & Trading not already owned by Diana, moving the deadline to July 10, 2026. As of June 26, 2026, 10.6 million Genco shares, representing 28.4% of the outstanding shares not held by Diana, have been tendered. Concurrently, Diana also announced an extension of the fully committed financing, now totaling $1.412 billion, which was adjusted following Genco's sale of two vessels. The offer of $27.34 per share (comprising cash and Diana shares) remains on the table, representing a 53% premium to Genco's undisturbed share price.
Key Highlights
- Diana Shipping extended its tender offer for Genco shares to July 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. NYC time.
- As of June 26, 2026, 10.6 million Genco shares (28.4% of outstanding not owned by Diana) were tendered.
- The offer price remains $27.34 per share, comprising $24.80 in cash and one Diana share valued at $2.54.
- Diana's offer represents a 53% premium to Genco's undisturbed share price.
- Fully committed financing of $1.412 billion supporting the offer has been extended.
- The financing amount was adjusted from $1.433 billion due to Genco's sale of two vessels.
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