Steel Partners Proposes to Acquire 51% of InMode Shares at $18 Each
Steel Partners, which beneficially owns approximately 1.3% of the outstanding shares of InMode, issued a public letter to the company's shareholders. "We are writing to make you aware that we have expressed interest to InMode's leadership in pursuing an acquisition by Steel Partners of 51% of the Company's outstanding shares for $18.00 per share, representing a 29% premium over the Company's closing share price on January 23, 2026, before speculation around a potential transaction was reported in the media... Therefore, we believe it is imperative that you, the Company's true owners, are made aware of this opportunity. Our valuation is based on our current understanding of the Company's business and its growth trajectory. Furthermore, our proposal would be fully funded from cash on hand and borrowing capacity under our existing credit facility, with no financing contingency. Unfortunately, we believe that InMode has underperformed its true potential, with abysmal total shareholder return over numerous periods, as illustrated below. Further, it is concerning that, despite enjoying the enviable position of having a large amount of cash on its balance sheet and no debt, InMode has not taken steps to consistently return its outsized amount of cash on hand to shareholders in an accretive manner. Specifically, InMode, as of its third quarter 2025 earnings report, held $532.3 million in cash and cash equivalents, representing nearly 50% of its current market capitalization - an amount that is simply not justifiable.3 Finally, it is especially puzzling that InMode has cut its guidance in seven of the past nine quarters, including as recently as July 30, 2025, and then lowered the top end of guidance for 2025 revenue and non-GAAP gross margin on January 8, 2026.4 Ultimately, we believe that change is needed to ensure that the Company maximizes value for shareholders over the long term. Our proposed offer would provide InMode shareholders with immediate, certain and compelling value in the form of a significant cash premium, which includes a premium for control, given our desire to own a majority stake in the company. Following the successful completion of the proposed transaction, Steel Partners intends to work closely with members of InMode's management team and employees to support the Company's next phase of profitable growth. We believe there are meaningful opportunities to grow sales organically through increased commercial effectiveness, deeper customer engagement and continued product innovation while maintaining an appropriate focus on cost discipline and returns on invested capital. In addition, Steel Partners would seek to help the Company pursue targeted, strategic M&A that could expand InMode's product portfolio, geographic reach, and capabilities in a disciplined manner. Any such initiatives would be evaluated with a focus on enhancing long-term shareholder value. The Company would also benefit from Steel Partners' operational expertise, disciplined capital allocation, and global network of relationships. We stand ready to engage in good faith with InMode's leadership around our proposed framework, including by signing a reasonable non-disclosure agreement to facilitate discussions. In the meantime, we encourage you to make your voices heard by InMode's leadership. While our hope is that InMode engages with us immediately and substantively around our indicative proposal, in the absence of cooperation by management and the Board, Steel may elect to proceed with bringing a binding proposal directly to the shareholders."
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Steel Partners Proposes Acquisition of Controlling Stake in InMode
- Acquisition Proposal: Steel Partners has proposed to acquire 51% of InMode's shares at $18 each, representing a 29% premium over the January 23 closing price, demonstrating a commitment to cash returns for InMode shareholders while reflecting an assessment of the company's business and growth outlook.
- Poor Shareholder Returns: InMode has reported total shareholder returns of negative 19.18% over the past year, negative 59.35% over three years, and negative 53.24% over five years, indicating persistent underperformance in capital allocation and guidance, which Steel Partners strongly criticizes.
- Cash Flow and Debt Situation: As of Q3 2025, InMode holds $532.3 million in cash, nearly half of its market capitalization, with no debt; Steel Partners argues that the company has failed to effectively return cash to shareholders and leverage its cash position to enhance shareholder value.
- Frequent Guidance Cuts: InMode has made seven guidance cuts over the past nine quarters, with the latest fiscal 2025 sales forecast falling short of market consensus, prompting Steel Partners to indicate that if discussions with InMode's management do not progress, they may pursue a binding offer directly to shareholders.

Steel Partners Offers to Acquire Majority Stake in Inmode
- Acquisition Proposal: Steel Partners Holdings has offered to acquire a 51% stake in Inmode for $18 per share, valuing the deal at approximately $558 million, indicating strong interest in the medical aesthetics company and potential enhancement of its market position.
- Stock Price Reaction: Following the announcement, Inmode's shares rose 7.5% in after-hours trading, reflecting investor optimism regarding the acquisition proposal, which may bolster the company's future capital operations.
- Management Engagement: Steel Partners has been attempting to meet with Inmode's management over the past several months to enhance shareholder value, and although their proposal was rebuffed, the ongoing engagement underscores their commitment to the acquisition.
- Market Dynamics: Prior to this, Calcalist reported that another foreign investment fund was also in talks to acquire Inmode, valuing the company at around $1.1 billion, further driving market interest and stock price volatility for Inmode.






