This weekly column 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.
Tech Data Corporation (TECD)
Tech Data Corporation makes what is fast becoming a regular appearance in this column. The firm is subject to a takeover from Apollo Global for $145 per share announced