The agreement follows reports from early September regarding advanced negotiations between Varonis and the Thoma Bravo-backed security provider. Investors had previously pushed the stock higher on those rumors, building on the company's steady performance during regular market sessions.
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Varonis Systems Shares Rally on $6.3 Billion Proofpoint Acquisition
Shares of Varonis Systems climbed 2.8% to $48.65 in after-hours trading Thursday, following the formal announcement that the cybersecurity firm will be acquired by Proofpoint for $6.3 billion. This transaction caps a period of speculation that saw the company’s stock gain 44% throughout the current calendar year.
Financial disclosures released Thursday revealed the specific terms governing the exit of the deal. Varonis is obligated to pay a $211.7 million termination fee if the agreement is dissolved to pursue a superior proposal from another suitor. This provision underscores the high stakes of the acquisition as the firm transitions into the Proofpoint portfolio.
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