Energizer Holdings, Inc. And Spectrum Brands Holdings Announce Expiration Of Hart-Scott-Rodino Waiting Period For The Acquisition Of Spectrum Brands' Battery And Portable Lighting Products Business
"We look forward to closing the acquisition of
"We are pleased to achieve this milestone and take a significant step toward completing our transaction with Energizer. Once the transaction closes, Energizer will be well positioned to deliver the necessary resources and market expertise, and provide strong support for our people and the business' future growth plans. For
The expiration of the waiting period under the HSR Act satisfies one of the closing conditions of the pending transaction. The transaction remains subject to other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals in several jurisdictions outside
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Energizer Holdings, Inc., Jacqueline E. Burwitz, Vice President, Investor Relations, 314-985-2169; or Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc., Investor/Media Contact: Dave Prichard, 608-278-6141