- August 5, 2023
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Private Equity-Backed Shawbrook Proposes Stock-Based Merger with Co-operative Bank
By Mark Kleinman, City editor @MarkKleinmanSky
Shawbrook Group, a major small business lender backed by private equity, has recently proposed a stock-based merger with the Co-operative Bank, according to sources. The preliminary proposal aims to preempt a full auction of the Co-operative Bank division and offers the bank’s shareholders 29% ownership in the combined banking group, valuing the bank at around £800m. To support its interest in the Co-operative Bank, Shawbrook has enlisted the services of Barclays as its investment banking advisor. This indicative offer is expected to lead to active participation from Shawbrook once the auction officially commences next month. The potential merger would create a significant banking sector deal and generate considerable market interest given the backdrop of rising interest rates and recent banking sector challenges.
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In addition to Shawbook, other potential bidders for the Co-operative Bank include OneSavings Bank, Aldermore, Nationwide, and Paragon Bank. However, Barclays’ role as an advisor to Shawbrook may exclude it from directly bidding for the Co-operative Bank.
The Co-operative Bank has had a tumultuous history, requiring multiple rescues over the last decade. A successful sale of the bank would bring relief to regulators who have played intervening roles in these rescue operations. PJT Partners and Fenchurch Advisory Partners are advising the Co-operative Bank on its upcoming sale process.
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