Accelerant announces expiration of “go-shop” period

Risk exchange platform Accelerant announced the expiration of the 40-day “go-shop” period under the terms of the previously announced definitive merger agreement entered into by Accelerant on August 13, 2026, pursuant to which affiliates of Thoma Bravo will acquire Accelerant in an all-cash transaction with an enterprise value of more than $4 billion.

Pursuant to the definitive merger agreement, Accelerant, with the assistance of its financial advisors and other representatives, was permitted to solicit and engage in negotiations with respect to alternative acquisition proposals from certain potentially interested third parties. During the “go-shop” period, Accelerant did not receive any alternative acquisition proposals from any third party.

The transaction is still expected to close in the first half of 2027, subject to customary closing conditions, including approval by Accelerant shareholders and receipt of required regulatory approvals. Upon completion, Accelerant will become a private company, and its common shares will no longer be listed nor traded on the New York Stock Exchange.