Hillenbrand issues supplemental disclosures amid merger litigation

Hillenbrand ( (HI) ) just unveiled an announcement.

On October 14, 2025, Hillenbrand, Inc. agreed to be acquired by affiliates of Lone Star Fund XII via a merger that would take the company private, and in November and December it filed and mailed proxy materials outlining the $32 per share cash consideration and supporting financial analyses. By December 23, 2025, two New York state court lawsuits and additional shareholder demands challenged the adequacy and accuracy of Hillenbrand’s definitive proxy statement, prompting the company—while denying any wrongdoing or need for further disclosure—to issue detailed supplemental information on the sale process, competing bids, Evercore’s valuation work, and long‑term financial projections in an effort to neutralize the claims, avoid delays to the transaction, and reduce litigation risk and cost.

The most recent analyst rating on (HI) stock is a Hold with a $35.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hillenbrand stock, see the HI Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on HI Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, HI is a Neutral.

Hillenbrand’s overall stock score reflects a balance of positive technical momentum and strategic acquisition prospects against financial performance challenges and high valuation concerns. The acquisition by Lone Star Funds is a significant positive factor, offering potential for future growth.

To see Spark’s full report on HI stock, click here.

More about Hillenbrand

Hillenbrand, Inc. is an Indiana-based industrial manufacturer focused on process equipment and industrial capital goods, serving customers across sectors that rely on engineered systems and related technologies for production and material handling.

Average Trading Volume: 1,691,374

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: $2.23B

For a thorough assessment of HI stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.