OPENLANE to Repurchase 53% of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock
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OPENLANE (NYSE: KAR) has announced a significant stock repurchase agreement to buy back 53% of its Series A Convertible Preferred Stock for approximately $559 million. The transaction will reduce preferred shares held by Apax Partners by about 50% and Periphas Capital by approximately 80%.
The repurchase price is set at $29.70 per share of common stock on an as-converted basis, representing a negotiated market-based buyout. The transaction is expected to close between September 30 and October 20, 2025. The company's CEO highlighted OPENLANE's successful transformation since 2020, including rebranding efforts and technology advancement.
Positive
- Strategic reduction of preferred stock obligations by repurchasing 53% of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock
- Strong cash generation from asset-light, digital operating model enables $559 million repurchase
- Continued support and confidence from major investor Apax Partners
- Successful business transformation with technology leadership advancement
Negative
- Significant cash outlay of $559 million for the repurchase
- Remaining preferred shares still outstanding after transaction completion
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, KAR declined 0.81%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction. Our momentum scanner triggered 4 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $27M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $3.29B at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
CARMEL, Ind., Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- OPENLANE, Inc. (NYSE: KAR), a leading operator of digital marketplaces for wholesale used vehicles, has reached definitive agreements to repurchase
"The strategic investments made in our company since 2020 have proven highly beneficial for OPENLANE and our customers, and generated a strong return for the Apax funds, Periphas funds and their respective investors," said Peter Kelly, CEO of OPENLANE. "Since then, we have rebranded and simplified our company, extended our technology leadership and accelerated growth. The transactions announced today, combined with the strong cash generation characteristics of our asset-light, digital operating model, make OPENLANE an even more compelling opportunity for new and existing investors."
Roy Mackenzie, Partner at Apax, added, "OPENLANE's transformation over the last several years has been impressive, and the positive momentum they are building is delivering strong results. We firmly believe in the broad opportunities for OPENLANE's continued growth, and we remain committed to supporting the company and its management team."
Sanjeev Mehra and the other Periphas principals will continue to hold the balance of the remaining preferred shares currently held by Periphas.
The repurchase transactions are anticipated to close as soon as practicable after September 30, 2025, and prior to October 20, 2025. More information about the definitive agreements between OPENLANE and the preferred stockholders will be available in a Form 8-K to be filed by the Company.
OPENLANE Contacts: | |
Media Inquiries: | Analyst Inquiries: |
Laurie Dippold | Itunu Orelaru |
(317) 468-3900 | (317) 249-4559 |
laurie.dippold@openlane.com | investor_relations@openlane.com |
About OPENLANE
OPENLANE, Inc. (NYSE: KAR) makes wholesale easy by connecting the leading automotive manufacturers, dealers, rental companies, fleet operators, captive finance and lending institutions as buyers and sellers to create the most advanced digital marketplace for used vehicles. Our innovative products and services deliver a fast, fair and transparent experience that helps customers make smarter decisions and achieve better outcomes. Headquartered in
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