AcquisitionsJul 8, 2026, 11:27 AM
Diana Shipping urges Genco shareholders to tender shares by July 10
AI Summary
Diana Shipping Inc. is urging Genco Shipping & Trading Limited shareholders to tender their shares into its tender offer by July 10, 2026. As of June 26, 2026, 10,583,484 shares, representing 28.4% of outstanding shares not owned by Diana, have been tendered. Diana's increased offer of $27.34 per share, comprising $24.80 in cash and one Diana share, remains on the table, but Genco's board has not yet responded to the proposal.
Key Highlights
- Diana Shipping urges Genco shareholders to tender shares by July 10, 2026.
- 10,583,484 Genco shares (28.4% of non-Diana owned) tendered as of June 26, 2026.
- Diana's increased offer is $27.34 per share for Genco, made on June 17, 2026.
- Offer comprises $24.80 cash plus one Diana share (valued at $2.54 based on VWAP).
- Genco's Board has not responded to Diana's increased offer after nearly three weeks.
- Offer represents a 53% premium to Genco's undisturbed share price.
- Offer is supported by $1.412 billion in committed financing from six international banks.
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