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B. Riley’s stock soars 18% after bank agrees to sell Great American to Oaktree for almost $400 million - MarketWatch

Oct 14, 2024, 9:02 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The asset sale improves liquidity, potentially stabilizing RILY's stock after recent declines.

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RILY's stock gained 18% after selling Great American for $400 million. Sale includes $203 million cash and 47% Class A equity from Oaktree. B. Riley's stock plummeted 79% in 2024, with dividend suspension concerns. SEC probe on former Franchise Group CEO adds challenges to RILY's situation. Bryant Riley's buyout offer for Franchise Group stock was at a 40% premium.

  • RILY's stock gained 18% after selling Great American for $400 million.
  • Sale includes $203 million cash and 47% Class A equity from Oaktree.
  • B. Riley's stock plummeted 79% in 2024, with dividend suspension concerns.
  • SEC probe on former Franchise Group CEO adds challenges to RILY's situation.
  • Bryant Riley's buyout offer for Franchise Group stock was at a 40% premium.

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