Steadfast slips after A$7.7 bln Amwins-Dragoneer approach draws ASX deal focus
Steadfast Group Limited dropped 2.8% to finish at A$5.23 on Thursday, down A$0.15. The ASX-listed insurance broker opened at A$5.35 and hit A$5.40 before sliding back. Traders weighed a conditional takeover bid from Amwins Group and Dragoneer Investment Group, but shares still held above levels before the offer. The stock soared 36% to A$5.38 on Wednesday, Reuters said, after Steadfast revealed the offer. The A$6-per-share bid still tops Thursday’s closing price, with shares staying under the cash offer as investors weigh risks tied to due diligence, paperwork and approvals.