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Spectris Opts for Higher KKR Bid, Rejects Final Advent Offer

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  • Spectris received competing acquisition offers, with KKR Bidco’s final offer being the highest.
  • Spectris decided not to proceed with MI Metron UK Bidco Ltd’s offer, favoring KKR Bidco’s higher bid.
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Spectris Opts for Higher KKR Bid, Rejects Final Advent Offer

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Spectris ( (GB:SXS) ) has issued an announcement.

Spectris, a company involved in a series of acquisition offers, has seen a significant development in its acquisition process. Initially, Spectris was set to be acquired by MI Metron UK Bidco Ltd for £37.63 per share, but later received a higher offer from KKR Bidco at £40.00 per share. Subsequently, MI Metron UK Bidco Ltd increased their offer to £41.00 per share, which was then surpassed by KKR Bidco’s final offer of £41.75 per share. Spectris has decided not to proceed with the MI Metron UK Bidco Ltd offer, and the shareholder meetings for the KKR Bidco offer are scheduled for 27 August 2025. This decision marks a pivotal moment for Spectris, as it aligns with the higher value offer, potentially impacting its market position and shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SXS) stock is a Buy with a £3135.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Spectris stock, see the GB:SXS Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:SXS Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:SXS is a Outperform.

Spectris shows a strong technical position with bullish momentum and positive corporate events enhancing strategic positioning. However, mixed financial performance with declining revenue and cash flow generation poses risks. The valuation is fair, adding to the stock’s attractiveness.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:SXS stock, click here.

More about Spectris

Average Trading Volume: 708,331

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £4.1B

See more data about SXS stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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