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Telecommunications Equipment
MergerApr 14, 2026, 08:56 AM

Globalstar to be Acquired by Amazon in Two-Step Merger

AI Summary

Globalstar, Inc. announced it has entered into a definitive Agreement and Plan of Merger with Amazon.com, Inc. on April 13, 2026. The transaction will involve a two-step merger process, ultimately resulting in Globalstar becoming a direct wholly-owned subsidiary of Amazon. Globalstar's Strategic Review Committee and a special subcommittee of independent directors unanimously approved the merger, determining it to be fair and in the best interests of the company and its stockholders.

Key Highlights

  • Globalstar entered a merger agreement with Amazon on April 13, 2026.
  • Amazon will acquire Globalstar through a two-step merger process.
  • Globalstar will become a direct wholly-owned subsidiary of Amazon.
  • Globalstar's committees unanimously approved the merger agreement.
  • Transaction intends to qualify as a Section 368(a) reorganization.
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