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UWM Holding Announces $1.3 Billion All-Stock Merger

Story Highlights
  • UWM plans to acquire Two Harbors in a $1.3 billion all-stock merger, increasing its MSR assets and public float.
  • The merger will enhance UWM’s market leadership and scale by streamlining operations, boosting profitability, and driving broker and stockholder value.
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UWM Holding Announces $1.3 Billion All-Stock Merger

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UWM Holding ( (UWMC) ) has issued an update.

On December 17, 2025, UWM Holdings Corporation announced a $1.3 billion all-stock merger agreement to acquire Two Harbors Investment Corp. The transaction involves exchanging Two Harbors’ common and preferred stock with newly issued UWM shares, increasing UWM’s public float by 93% and expanding its board to include a director from Two Harbors. Expected to close in Q2 2026, the merger will position the combined entity as a complete mortgage services leader, with over $400 billion in MSR assets and significant cost and revenue synergies, accelerating UWM’s growth and enhancing broker services. This strategic move strengthens UWM’s financial standing and market presence, consolidating its scale as the nation’s top mortgage lender while driving long-term stockholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (UWMC) stock is a Hold with a $6.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on UWM Holding stock, see the UWMC Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on UWMC Stock

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

UWM Holding’s overall stock score is primarily impacted by its financial performance challenges, including high leverage and negative cash flows. However, positive earnings call outcomes, successful corporate events, and a strong dividend yield provide some support. Technical analysis shows mixed signals, with short-term bullish momentum but potential resistance.

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

More about UWM Holding

Headquartered in Pontiac, Michigan, UWM Holding Corporation (UWMC) is the publicly traded parent of United Wholesale Mortgage, the largest mortgage lender in the United States. Unlike many industry players, UWM operates exclusively through the wholesale channel, offering conforming and government mortgage loans across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Two Harbors Investment Corp. (TWO) is a real estate investment trust specializing in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), residential mortgage-backed securities, and related financial assets, with its headquarters in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.

Average Trading Volume: 9,289,869

Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold

Current Market Cap: $8.19B

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

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