This article explains the reasons behind the movement in a selection of the largest U.S. cash merger arbitrage spreads from the past week as calculated by Merger Arbitrage Limited. We analyze the attractiveness and profitability of each spread going forward and indicate the trading position or action we have taken or intend to take based upon the analysis given.
Deal Specifics
CIRCOR International (CIR) was the biggest winner this week. Following last week's decline, the stock was up an impressive 6.74%. This deal remains an unsolicited approach from Crane (CR). During