DKS agrees to acquire Foot Locker. Robust omnichannel athlete experience and unique product assortment act as catalysts.
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The deal values Foot Locker at a 90% premium to its Wednesday closing price.
Dick's Sporting Goods is reportedly close to reaching a deal to acquire Foot Locker for about $2.3 billion. The two companies have discussed a deal at that price, and they could finalize a deal as soon as Thursday (May 15), The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Wednesday (May 14), citing unnamed sources.
Shares of Foot Locker Inc. rocketed 65% higher after hours on Wednesday after the Wall Street Journal reported that Dick's Sporting Goods Inc. was close to a deal to buy the struggling sneaker chain.
A deal could be finalized as soon as Thursday, according to The Wall Street Journal.
The sides are discussing a deal for about $24 a share, or $2.3 billion.
In the latest trading session, Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS) closed at $212.04, marking a -0.18% move from the previous day.
Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS) concluded the recent trading session at $188.37, signifying a +1.05% move from its prior day's close.
Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS) concluded the recent trading session at $187.35, signifying a -0.21% move from its prior day's close.
In the latest trading session, Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS) closed at $192.01, marking a +1.13% move from the previous day.
DKS' strategic efforts, including store-related efforts, appear encouraging. Robust omnichannel athlete experience and unique product assortment act as catalysts.