Xerox Holdings Corporation has announced its agreement to acquire Lexmark International from Ninestar Corporation, PAG Asia Capital, and Shanghai Shouda Investment Centre in a transaction valued at $1.5 billion, including all liabilities. This strategic acquisition is poised to enhance Xerox's core printing capabilities, expanding its global print and managed print services to better address the dynamic needs of the hybrid workplace.
By integrating Lexmark's cutting-edge solutions with Xerox's renowned ConnectKey technology, as well as their advanced Print and Digital Services, this acquisition aims to deliver a superior product portfolio. It reaffirms Xerox's dedication to providing increased value for its clients and partners worldwide.
This deal will notably bolster Xerox's capacity to cater to the burgeoning A4 color market and will diversify its market distribution and geographical reach, particularly across the Asia-Pacific region. The merged entity will serve over 200,000 clients in 170 countries, with a substantial presence through its 125 manufacturing and distribution facilities spread across 16 nations.
Xerox plans to finance this acquisition through a blend of available cash and secured debt financing. Simultaneously, the Board of Directors at Xerox has sanctioned a revision in the company's dividend policy, reducing the annual dividend from $1 per share to $0.50 per share, effective from the first quarter dividend declaration in 2025. This adjustment provides additional resources for debt reduction while still offering shareholders a competitive yield.
The Board of Directors has unanimously approved this transaction, which requires regulatory clearances, Ninestar's shareholder consent, and other customary closing conditions. Completion of this landmark transaction between industry frontrunners is anticipated in the latter half of 2025. Until then, Xerox and Lexmark will continue to function independently.
This transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to earnings per share and enhance free cash flow, with more than $200 million in projected cost synergies to be realized within two years post-closure.
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By integrating Lexmark's cutting-edge solutions with Xerox's renowned ConnectKey technology, as well as their advanced Print and Digital Services, this acquisition aims to deliver a superior product portfolio. It reaffirms Xerox's dedication to providing increased value for its clients and partners worldwide.
This deal will notably bolster Xerox's capacity to cater to the burgeoning A4 color market and will diversify its market distribution and geographical reach, particularly across the Asia-Pacific region. The merged entity will serve over 200,000 clients in 170 countries, with a substantial presence through its 125 manufacturing and distribution facilities spread across 16 nations.
Xerox plans to finance this acquisition through a blend of available cash and secured debt financing. Simultaneously, the Board of Directors at Xerox has sanctioned a revision in the company's dividend policy, reducing the annual dividend from $1 per share to $0.50 per share, effective from the first quarter dividend declaration in 2025. This adjustment provides additional resources for debt reduction while still offering shareholders a competitive yield.
The Board of Directors has unanimously approved this transaction, which requires regulatory clearances, Ninestar's shareholder consent, and other customary closing conditions. Completion of this landmark transaction between industry frontrunners is anticipated in the latter half of 2025. Until then, Xerox and Lexmark will continue to function independently.
This transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to earnings per share and enhance free cash flow, with more than $200 million in projected cost synergies to be realized within two years post-closure.
The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com