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CBIZ to be acquired by Grant Thornton in all-cash deal at $55 per share

Oct 19, 2026, 6:47 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Discovery of a $5.0B all-cash offer at $55/share creates a hard price target and potential premium to current price, improving downside protection on a deal-close scenario; however, the outcome hinges on regulatory clearance, financing, and whether there are any competing bids or deal amendments.

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CBIZ posted Q3 2026 revenue of $702M and net income of $47M, with GAAP EPS of $0.79 and adjusted EBITDA of $132M. For nine months, revenue was $2,233M and net income $219M. The company disclosed a definitive merger with Grant Thornton, backed by New Mountain Capital, valuing CBIZ at $5.0B and $55 per share, a potential catalyst for immediate revaluation pending closing.

Q3 2026 revenue $702M, up 1.2%; net income $47M, up 56.7%.
Nine months 2026 revenue $2,233M, up 0.8%; net income $219M, up 12.2%.
CBIZ announces definitive merger with Grant Thornton (backed by New Mountain) at $5.0B EV, $55/share all-cash.

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