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  "id": 5588721,
  "title": "Spire Healthcare takeover deadline extended by one day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/spire-healthcare-takeover-deadline-extended-by-one-day",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-04T15:53:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Investing.com",
    "slug": "investing-com",
    "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/company-news/spire-healthcare-takeover-deadline-extended-by-one-day-93CH-4889826"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "LONDON - Spire Healthcare Group plc has extended the deadline for Toscafund Asset Management LLP to make a definitive takeover offer by one day, according to a press release. The new deadline for Toscafund, the company's second-largest shareholder, is now set for Friday at 5.00 p.m. London time. On May 14, 2026, Toscafund proposed a cash offer of 250 pence per share for Spire Healthcare's entire issued and to be issued ordinary share capital. This offer includes an option for shareholders to choose an unlisted rollover equity alternative for some or all of their shares. The company stated that Toscafund's due diligence is complete and the groundwork for a 250 pence per share recommended offer is largely finished. Transaction documents are nearly finalized. Toscafund sought the extension to finalize its financing paperwork. The company's board also agreed to the extension, which was approved by the Takeover Panel. Under UK takeover rules, Toscafund must either confirm its intent to make an offer by the deadline or state it has no intention to do so. The proposal is contingent on meeting customary preconditions, such as completing due diligence and negotiating definitive transaction paperwork. Toscafund maintains the option to submit a lower-value offer under certain conditions, including if a third party presents a more advantageous deal or if Spire Healthcare undertakes specific corporate actions. The company also retains the right to lower the offer if Spire Healthcare declares any dividends or distributions. However, there is no guarantee that a definitive offer will be made even if all preconditions are satisfied or waived.",
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        "title": "Spire Healthcare takeover deadline extended by one day",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/spire-healthcare-takeover-deadline-extended-by-one-day",
        "published": "2026-09-03T15:32:47.000Z"
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