The decision has been taken following a proposal from minority shareholders holding more than 70 percent of the free-floating shares. Acceptance of this offer by Yara triggers a mandatory de-listing public offer. Yara offers a purchase price of BRL 34.5-35 per non-voting share depending on date of payment for the shares, provided the offer can be concluded within a 190-day period counting from this date.
The total acquisition price for Fertibras assuming 100 percent acceptance, including the current offer, amounts to about USD 211 million, giving a P/E of approximately 9 based on average 2004 and 2005 earnings.
Yara owns currently all voting shares in Fertibrás, and about 48 percent of the total shares.
The public offer and the de-listing of Fertibrás are subject to approval by the Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission.
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