Cetera Financial to acquire Avantax for about $1.2 billion in all-cash deal

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Shareholders of Avantax common stock will receive $26.00 in cash per share, representing a 30.3% premium from the closing price on September 8.

After the deal closure, Avantax will become a standalone business unit within the Cetera group, the statement added.

In June, investor Engine Capital LP had asked Avantax to explore strategic alternatives, including a possible sale.