Clearwater Analytics to be Acquired for $7.6 Billion
Ticker: CWAN · Form: 8-K · Filed: Apr 2, 2024 · CIK: 1866368
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Clearwater Analytics Holdings, INC. (CWAN) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Apr 2, 2024 |
| Risk Level | medium |
| Pages | 2 |
| Reading Time | 2 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $0.001 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: acquisition, private-equity, going-private
TL;DR
Clearwater Analytics going private in $7.6B deal with Hellman & Friedman, shareholders get $36.72 cash per share.
AI Summary
Clearwater Analytics Holdings, Inc. announced on April 2, 2024, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of Hellman & Friedman LLC. The transaction is valued at approximately $7.6 billion, with shareholders set to receive $36.72 in cash for each share of common stock they own. This acquisition marks a significant event for the company, transitioning it from a publicly traded entity to a private one.
Why It Matters
This acquisition by Hellman & Friedman will take Clearwater Analytics private, impacting its public market trading and potentially leading to strategic changes under new ownership.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — The acquisition introduces risks related to deal completion, potential changes in business strategy, and the transition from public to private ownership.
Key Numbers
- $7.6B — Transaction Value (Total amount paid for Clearwater Analytics)
- $36.72 — Price Per Share (Cash amount shareholders will receive)
Key Players & Entities
- Clearwater Analytics Holdings, Inc. (company) — Company being acquired
- Hellman & Friedman LLC (company) — Acquiring entity
- $7.6 billion (dollar_amount) — Total transaction value
- $36.72 (dollar_amount) — Cash price per share
- April 2, 2024 (date) — Date of the agreement announcement
FAQ
Who is acquiring Clearwater Analytics Holdings, Inc.?
An affiliate of Hellman & Friedman LLC is acquiring Clearwater Analytics Holdings, Inc.
What is the total value of the acquisition?
The acquisition is valued at approximately $7.6 billion.
How much cash will shareholders receive per share?
Shareholders will receive $36.72 in cash for each share of common stock they own.
When was this agreement announced?
The agreement was announced on April 2, 2024.
What is the expected outcome for Clearwater Analytics after the acquisition?
Clearwater Analytics will transition from a publicly traded company to a private one.
Filing Stats: 540 words · 2 min read · ~2 pages · Grade level 12 · Accepted 2024-04-02 08:53:19
Key Financial Figures
- $0.001 — tered Class A common stock, par value $0.001 per share CWAN New York Stock Exchange
Filing Documents
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01 Regulation FD Disclosure
Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure. On April 2, 2024, the Company issued a press release announcing its execution of a definitive agreement to acquire Wilshire Axiom SM , Wilshire Atlas SM , Abacus, and Wilshire iQComposite from Wilshire Advisors, LLC. A copy of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The information in this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1, is being furnished and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall such information be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d): The following exhibits are being filed herewith: Exhibit Number Description 99.1 Press release entitled "Clearwater Analytics to Partner with Wilshire and Acquire Sophisticated Ris k and Performance Models " 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized. Clearwater Analytics Holdings, Inc. Date: April 2, 2024 By: /s/ Jim Cox Jim Cox, Chief Financial Officer