ATAI Life Sciences BVAtaiBeckley (ATAI) is being sold at a price well below analyst targets, and law firm investigation suggests potential undervaluation.
The law firm of Wohl & Fruchter LLP is investigating the fairness of the proposed sale of AtaiBeckley, Inc. to Eli Lilly and Company. Under the deal, AtaiBeckley shareholders would receive $6.75 per share in cash plus a contingent value right worth up to an additional $2.50 per share. The firm notes that the total potential consideration of $9.25 per share is well below Wall Street price targets from analysts at H.C. Wainwright, Canaccord Genuity, Oppenheimer, Guggenheim, and Berenberg Bank, which ranged from $14.00 to $25.00 before the announcement. Shareholders on Seeking Alpha have expressed disappointment, with one calling the price a cheap sellout and another saying even $50.00 per share would be a steal for Eli Lilly. Wohl & Fruchter is examining whether the AtaiBeckley board acted in shareholders' best interests and whether all material information has been disclosed.
ATAI Life Sciences BVAtaiBeckley (ATAI) is being sold at a price well below analyst targets, and law firm investigation suggests potential undervaluation.
Eli Lilly and CompanyEli Lilly is acquiring AtaiBeckley at a price considered a bargain, potentially adding value.
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