Genomma Lab Internacional SAB de CV dropped its unsolicited bid to take over Prestige Brands Holdings Inc. despite obtaining funding and meeting other significant milestones to secure the deal.
Genomma Refuses To Raise Price, Drops Prestige Bid
Genomma drops its unsolicited offer because it was unwilling to meet Prestige’s demand for a higher price. The Mexican firm said it secured funding and met other milestones Prestige insisted on.
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