PotlatchDeltic to be Acquired by Rayonier at 1.7339 Shares per Shareholder
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: PRnewswire
- Acquisition Investigation: Former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti and Kahn Swick & Foti are investigating the proposed sale of PotlatchDeltic to Rayonier, aiming to assess whether the transaction undervalues the company.
- Shareholder Compensation: Under the proposal, PotlatchDeltic shareholders will receive 1.7339 shares of Rayonier for each share they own, a ratio that could significantly impact shareholder returns.
- Legal Consultation: KSF encourages shareholders who believe the transaction undervalues the company to reach out for legal consultation, highlighting the importance of protecting shareholder rights.
- Market Reaction: The investigation into the transaction may lead to fluctuations in PotlatchDeltic's stock price, prompting investors to monitor developments closely to evaluate potential financial impacts.
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Analyst Views on PCH
Wall Street analysts forecast PCH stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for PCH is 45.00 USD with a low forecast of 40.00 USD and a high forecast of 51.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
7 Analyst Rating
2 Buy
4 Hold
1 Sell
Hold
Current: 41.430
Low
40.00
Averages
45.00
High
51.00
Current: 41.430
Low
40.00
Averages
45.00
High
51.00
About PCH
PotlatchDeltic Corporation is a real estate investment trust (REIT) with operations in approximately nine states. The Company operates in three segments: Timberlands, Wood Products, and Real Estate. The Timberlands segment supplies its Wood Products segment with a portion of its wood fiber needs. The Wood Products segment manufactures and markets lumber and plywood and residual products at seven mills located in Arkansas, Idaho, Michigan and Minnesota. The segment's products are largely commodity products, which are sold to end users, retailers or wholesalers for nationwide distribution primarily for use in home building, repair and remodeling, industrial products, and other construction activities. The Real Estate segment consists primarily of the sale of rural land and real estate development and subdivision activity. The Real Estate segment also engages in real estate development and sales, and at times sells undeveloped acreage, through its PotlatchDeltic TRS.
About the author
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.
Rayonier and PotlatchDeltic Merger Approved by Shareholders
- Merger Approval: Rayonier (RYN) and PotlatchDeltic (PCH) announced that shareholders have approved their merger, which is expected to close on Friday, marking a significant step in the consolidation of the timber and wood products industry.
- Deal Valuation: The all-stock transaction is valued at approximately $8.2 billion, including debt, creating one of North America's largest publicly traded timber and wood products companies, significantly enhancing market competitiveness.
- Equity Structure: Upon completion of the merger, Rayonier shareholders will own about 54% of the combined entity, while PotlatchDeltic shareholders will hold approximately 46%, providing stronger resource integration and synergy potential for both companies.
- Future Development Plans: The combined company will retain the Rayonier name and plans to announce a new name and ticker symbol later in Q1, reflecting a focus on brand repositioning and market strategy.
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