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Bill Ackman targets Howard Hughes with Pershing Square

Last updated: August 8, 2024 5:20 pm
By Ronald Dupree 4 Min Read
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Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square capital management is looking at a major acquisition. It targets Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH), with plans to take this real estate company private.

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Howard Hughes has had a challenging yearWhy is Pershing Square interested Howard Hughes?

Ackman wants to buy the remaining 62% Howard Hughes that Pershing Square doesn’t own.

The value of this potential deal is not disclosed, but it has already had an impact on Howard Hughes stock, which is up nearly 5% in the morning.

Howard Hughes has had a challenging year

The move comes at an important time for Pershing Square as well as Howard Hughes.

The stock of the latter had dropped by more than 18% prior to the announcement.

The S&P 500 has gained approximately 9% in the same time period.

Ackman’s team may have been interested in the real estate firm named after legendary business magnate Howard Hughes because it has struggled in 2024.

Howard Hughes Holdings responded to Pershing Square’s offer by forming an “additional committee” to explore “various possible alternatives.” This shows that the board takes the proposal seriously.

Howard Hughes could be able to make long-term decisions without the pressures of public markets. This could position the company for future expansion.

Why is Pershing Square interested Howard Hughes?

Pershing Square’s interest is in Howard Hughes comes after its recent decision to cancel its plans for an initial publicly offered (IPO), a decision that has generated much speculation.

Pershing Square could have a significant impact on the firm’s market presence and strategic direction by acquiring Howard Hughes.

Jefferies has been appointed as the capital management company’s advisor for a potential acquisition. This shows a serious commitment towards the deal.

Howard Hughes, which emerged as General Growth Properties following its bankruptcy during the financial crisis of 2008, has recently restructured itself to focus exclusively on real estate.

It streamlined its operations by spinning off its Las Vegas Aviators Baseball franchise and South Street Seaport last month.

Howard Hughes’ latest fiscal Q2 report exceeded analyst expectations.

David R. O’Reilly expressed optimism regarding future demand from homebuilders for new acreage, indicating a positive outlook on the real estate market.

This sentiment is reflected by the consensus “buy’ rating from Wall Street analysts who project an average target price of $84 for Howard Hughes stock, indicating a potential gain of more than 20%.

Pershing Square’s potential acquisition of Howard Hughes Holdings could change the future of the company, giving it new opportunities for growth.

Investors will be watching closely how the deal unfolds, and what it means to the real estate industry as a whole.

Stakeholders are advised to keep up to date on any updates or strategic shifts.

It is important to understand the impact of this deal on both companies and real estate markets.

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