Xerox confirms agreement to acquire Lexmark International in $1.5B deal

Xerox (XRX) announced it has agreed to acquire Lexmark International from Ninestar Corporation, PAG Asia Capital, and Shanghai Shouda Investment Centre in a deal valued at $1.5B, inclusive of assumed liabilities. In conjunction with this financing, the Xerox Board of Directors approved a change in the dividend policy to reduce the Xerox annual dividend from $1 per share to 50c per share starting with the dividend expected to be declared in the first quarter of 2025. This lowered dividend payment provides incremental capacity to reduce debt while continuing to reward shareholders with an above-market yield. The Xerox Board of Directors has unanimously approved the transaction. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals, approval of Ninestar’s shareholders, and other customary closing conditions. It is expected to close in the second half of 2025. Until then, both Xerox and Lexmark will maintain their current operations and operate independently.