American Woodmark and MasterBrand Receive Second Request from FTC
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 10 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
Merger Request: American Woodmark and MasterBrand Inc. received a second request for information from the Federal Trade Commission regarding their planned merger.
Cooperation with FTC: Both companies plan to work cooperatively with the FTC to expedite regulatory clearance for the merger.
Merger Timeline: The merger is expected to close in early 2026, following a definitive agreement made in August.
Financial Updates: MasterBrand updated its 2025 EBITDA guidance to $315M–$335M and reported mixed earnings results for Q3 2025.
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MasterBrand, Inc. is a manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America and offers a comprehensive portfolio of residential cabinetry products for the kitchen, bathroom and other parts of the home. The Company's products are available in a variety of designs, finishes and styles and span various categories of the cabinet market, such as stock, semi-custom and premium cabinetry. The Company's products are sold throughout the United States and Canada to the remodeling and new construction markets through three primary channels: dealers, retailers and builders. Its retail sales occur in-store and through various e-commerce channels, including its retail channel partners' online presence. The Company partners with regional and large-scale builders for single-family construction throughout North America, serving them directly or through a distribution network, allowing it to customize its service to each builder's requirements. The Company's brands include Mantra, Diamond and Omega.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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