insignia financial (ASX:IFL) rejected a non-binding, indicative takeover offer from Bain Capital, saying the offer did not reflect the company’s fundamental values.

The offer, announced on December 13, 2024, aimed at acquiring 100% of Insignia’s shares through a scheme of arrangement. After consulting with its financial advisors, Citigroup and Gresham Advisory Partners, and its legal advisors, King & Wood Mallesons, Insignia’s board of directors has concluded that Bain Capital’s proposal is not in the best interest of its shareholders. did.

The board said in a statement that the proposed offer “does not adequately represent fair value” from a change-of-control transaction perspective. As a result, Insignia has elected not to engage further with Bain Capital regarding this proposal. Shareholders have been advised that no action is required.

Insignia is an asset management company with roots dating back to 1846 that provides financial advice, superannuation, wrap platforms and wealth management services to individual investors, financial advisors and employers.

The company did not disclose how the valuation was lower than expected.

Insignia stock is trading 0.28% lower at $3.59.