1. GTLS faces investigation for possible breaches in its Baker Hughes transaction. 2. Shareholders may receive $210 per share, raising legal scrutiny.
Investigations can negatively affect stock prices due to uncertainty and potential legal costs; previous cases show share drops when fiduciary duties are questioned.
The investigation directly targets GTLS's management actions, significantly influencing investor confidence and potentially affecting stock valuation.
Immediate market reaction is likely as news of the investigation spreads, typically impacting stock prices quickly.