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DraftKings Boosts Entain Takeover Bid to $22.4 Billion
StrategyOctober 29, 2021·1 min read

DraftKings Boosts Entain Takeover Bid to $22.4 Billion


DraftKings has made a significant move in the gambling industry by raising its takeover bid for Entain to $22.4 billion. This improved offer is now being seriously considered by Entain's board, following an initial $20 billion proposal that was deemed insufficient.

Entain received an initial offer of $20 billion from DraftKings, which was deemed insufficient by the board. By the end of the week DraftKings had improved their offer to $22.4 billion, which is now being seriously considered. DraftKings' latest proposal offers 2,800 pence per Entain share, consisting of 630 pence in cash and the balance payable in new DraftKings Class A common shares.

Entain's shares jumped by 18% after it disclosed the initial approach and a further 5% on Wednesday September 22. DraftKings has until October 19 to either table a firm offer or leave the negotiating table.

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