Evoke extends Bally’s M&A talks

M&A

Evoke plc has extended the deadline for Bally’s Intralot S.A. to announce a firm takeover offer, according to a press release statement.

The Company originally announced on April 20, 2026, that it was in discussions with Bally’s Intralot regarding a possible offer for the entire issued and to be issued share capital at 50 pence per share.

Bally’s Intralot requested an extension to the firm offer deadline, which the Evoke board has agreed to grant. The acquirer must now announce either a firm intention to make an offer or confirm it will not proceed by 5:00 p.m. London time on June 8, 2026. The deadline can be further extended with the Company’s consent.

The parties continue discussions regarding the proposal, which is expected to comprise an all-share combination with a partial cash alternative.

Bally’s Intralot confirmed that any firm offer, if made, would be subject to customary conditions and approvals. The company reserves the right to vary the terms of any offer, including the price, form and mix of consideration, and transaction structure.

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