Connells makes indicative approach to buy Countrywide



Connells has made an indicative approach to Countrywide in relation to a possible all-cash offer for the estate agent group at a price of 250 pence per Countrywide share, a premium of 72% to the closing price of 145 pence per share on the business day prior to the announcement.


Connells  approached the board of Countrywide on 26th October in relation to the possible cash offer, and is currently carrying out due diligence to determine the feasibility of making a firm offer.

In a statement, Connells said: "Connells believes that Countrywide needs a new management team, with real estate agency expertise, and a new strategy to turnaround the business."

A further announcement will be made in due course.



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