Viatris Comes Out Swinging At Unsolicited Mini-Tender Offer

TRC Capital Makes Discounted Offer For Millions Of Shares

TRC Capital Corporation, famed for making discounted offers to buy shares well below the SEC’s 5% threshold, has approached Viatris shareholders. The newly-formed company, like many others, has urged shareholders to say no.

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TRC's offer expires on 14 January • Source: Shutterstock

Viatris has urged shareholders to reject an unsolicited, below-market mini-tender offer from TRC Capital Corporation, the latest made by the infamous Canadian investor, whose tactics have received sharp criticism from companies and the US Securities and Exchange Commission alike.

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