MYOB takeover bid backed by independent expert

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by Rachael Jones


Business services software company MYOB (ASX:MYO) is to allow shareholders the chance to vote on Kohlberg Kravis Roberts $2 billion takeover offer next month.

The Independent Expert, Grant Samuel & Associates concluded that the scheme of arrangement is fair and reasonable and in the best interests of MYOB Shareholders, in the absence of a superior proposal.

They assessed the full underlying value of MYOB at between $3.19 and $3.69 per MYOB share.

The KKR offer to acquire MYOB for $3.40 per share all cash consideration is within this range.

The Scheme Meeting will take place at 3:00pm Australian Eastern Standard Time on 17 April 2019.

Shares in MYOB (ASX:MYO) are trading flat at $3.36.
 

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