Peraso provides update on review of alternatives, Mobix Labs proposal

Peraso (PRSO) provided an update on its ongoing review of strategic alternatives, including the unsolicited non-binding proposal from Mobix Labs (MOBX), which was previously disclosed by Peraso on June 27. On July 11, the company announced that its board of directors had authorized an exploration of strategic alternatives, including a merger, sale of assets or other similar transaction, all intended to maximize stockholder value and further its business operations, and that the company had retained Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC as its financial advisor to assist with the exploration process. The company said, “The Board and its advisors have been engaging with potential counterparties and funding sources as part of this strategic review. Consistent with customary practice, the Company invited interested parties, including Mobix, to participate in the process on the condition that each party execute a standard confidentiality agreement, which includes provisions designed to protect the integrity of the process. Following the Company’s invitation to participate in its ongoing strategic review process on customary terms, Mobix declined to enter into the Company’s standard confidentiality agreement and indicated that it would not agree to receive material non-public information. Mobix also requested direct engagement with the Board and stated that it would consider all alternatives available to present its value proposition directly to Peraso’s stockholders, consistent with applicable law. The Company continues to believe that its process must be conducted in a manner that ensures all interested parties are treated fairly and consistently, and that confidential information is appropriately safeguarded. The Company believes that maintaining a level playing field for all interested parties, subject to appropriate confidentiality protections, is essential to preserving stockholder value. In potential transactions involving stock consideration, such as Mobix’s proposal, a confidentiality agreement also enables the Company to receive material non-public information about the bidder, which may be relevant in evaluating the merits of the proposal. The Company remains open to engaging with Mobix and any other parties on that basis.”