Monro greenlights temporary shareholder rights initiative
Shareholder Rights Plan Approved: Monro's board has unanimously approved a limited duration shareholder rights plan set to expire on November 6, 2026.
Response to Ownership Accumulation: The plan was adopted in response to Icahn Enterprises accumulating nearly 17% beneficial ownership of the company.
Protection of Shareholder Interests: The rights plan aims to protect the long-term interests of Monro and its shareholders, ensuring they can realize the full potential value of their investments.
Control Prevention Measures: It is designed to reduce the likelihood of any entity gaining control of Monro without adequately compensating all shareholders.
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