Market Chatter: Ashland Urged to Pursue Sale by Activist Investor Cruiser Capital

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Jun 18

Ashland (ASH) is facing pressure from activist investor Cruiser Capital Advisors to put itself up for sale, as it is unable to maximize shareholder value despite having attractive assets, Bloomberg reported Thursday, citing the investor's letter sent to Ashland's board.

Cruiser Capital said in the letter that certain potential acquirers will be able to reduce costs and realize synergies of at least $100 million, according to the report.

Ancora Alternatives, another activist investor, earlier in the month also asked Ashland to sell itself, the report said.

Ashland did immediately reply to a request for comment from MT Newswires.

(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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