Activision Blizzard Stockholders Approve Microsoft Transaction
Apr 29, 2022 By MarketDepth
Activision Blizzard’s mission is to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. Through communities rooted in its video game franchises the company enables hundreds of millions of people to experience joy, thrill and achievement and enabling social connections through the lens of fun, as Activision fosters purpose and a sense of accomplishment through healthy competition.
Takeover Transaction Approved
Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI) have reported that its stockholders has approved Microsoft Corporation’s (NASDAQ: MSFT) proposal to acquire Activision Blizzard Special Meeting of Stockholders held earlier today. Over 98% of the shares voted at the Special Meeting were voted in favor of the proposed transaction with Microsoft. On January 18th, 2022, Microsoft had announced its plan to acquire Activision Blizzard for USD 95 per share in an all-cash transaction. This was subject to customary closing conditions and the completion of regulatory review, the proposed transaction is expected to close in Microsoft’s fiscal year ending June 30th, 2023.
“Today’s overwhelmingly supportive vote by our stockholders confirms our shared belief that, combined with Microsoft, we will be even better positioned to create great value for our players, even greater opportunities for our employees, and to continue our focus on becoming an inspiring example of a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive workplace.”
Bobby Kotick, CEO, Activision Blizzard
