LCI Industries reviews non-binding acquisition proposal
The new proposal is under board review, while LCI's board says its recommendation for the Patrick merger remains unchanged.
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Form Type
425
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
LCI Industries (LCII) said it received an unsolicited, non-binding proposal from a third party to acquire the company. Its board is reviewing the proposal with financial and legal advisors and said it will communicate its views in due course.
LCI said the review does not indicate a change to its definitive agreement with Patrick Industries for an all-stock merger: LCI remains committed to the transaction, and its board continues to recommend it. Interim CEO Johnny Sirpilla told employees day-to-day operations had not changed. Patrick’s Form S-4 registration statement was declared effective October 19, 2026, and mailing of the definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus began on or about that date.
Key Figures
Form S-4 effectiveness date: October 19, 2026
Definitive proxy statement mailing: On or about October 19, 2026
2 metrics
Form S-4 effectiveness date
October 19, 2026
Patrick's registration statement was declared effective
Definitive proxy statement mailing
On or about October 19, 2026
The companies commenced mailing the definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus
Key Terms
non-binding proposal, definitive agreement, all-stock merger, joint proxy statement/prospectus, +1 more
5 terms
non-binding proposal financial
"unsolicited, non-binding proposal from a third party"
A non-binding proposal is an offer or plan presented by one party that outlines terms they would like to pursue but does not create a legally enforceable obligation. Think of it like a detailed handshake or a draft invitation to negotiate: it signals intent and frames possible outcomes, but either side can walk away or change terms without legal penalty. Investors watch these because they can move a stock’s price by suggesting a possible deal, yet they carry higher uncertainty than formal agreements.
definitive agreement financial
"we have a definitive agreement in place"
A definitive agreement is a formal, legally binding document that outlines the final terms and conditions of a deal or transaction, such as a sale or partnership. It acts like a detailed contract that confirms all parties have agreed on the key details, making the deal official. For investors, it signals that the agreement is settled and moving toward completion, providing clarity and security about the transaction.
all-stock merger financial
"combine with Patrick Industries in an all-stock merger"
An all-stock merger is a deal in which one company combines with another by paying only with shares rather than cash, so owners of the target company receive new stock in the combined business. For investors this matters because it changes who owns what percentage of the merged company, can dilute existing shareholders, ties the value of the deal to future share performance, and signals that management prefers using equity over cash for the transaction—like paying with IOUs that depend on how well the new company does.
joint proxy statement/prospectus regulatory
"mailing the definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus"
A joint proxy statement/prospectus is a single, combined document that both asks shareholders to vote on a proposed transaction and provides the detailed information required when new securities are being offered. Think of it as a combined ballot and product brochure that explains the deal, the companies’ finances, key risks and how ownership will change. Investors rely on it to understand the terms, evaluate risks and make informed voting and investment decisions.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
FAQ
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What did LCII say about the third-party acquisition proposal?
LCI Industries said it received an unsolicited, non-binding proposal from a third party to acquire the company. The board is reviewing it with financial and legal advisors and said it will communicate its views in due course.
Is LCII still recommending its merger with Patrick Industries?
Yes. LCI said it remains committed to its definitive agreement with Patrick Industries for an all-stock merger, and its board continues to recommend the transaction.
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Filed by LCI Industries pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6 under the Securities Act of 1934 Subject Company: LCI Industries Commission File No. 001-13646 Date: October 28, 2026 On October 28, 2026, the following message from Interim CEO Johnny Sirpilla was sent to all employees of LCI Industries (the “Company”) via email in connection with the proposed transaction between the Company and Patrick Industries, Inc.
From: Johnny Sirpilla Subject: Recent News Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 6:31:24 AM Team, A few moments ago, we issued a press release confirming that LCI has received an unsolicited, non-binding proposal from a third party to acquire the Company. A copy of that press release can be found here. As we announced on June 30, we have a definitive agreement in place to combine with Patrick Industries in an all-stock merger, and we remain fully committed to completing that transaction. At the same time, our Board of Directors has a fiduciary obligation to review any proposal it receives on behalf of our shareholders. That review is underway, with the help of our financial and legal advisors, and the Board will communicate its thoughts in due course. This is a legal requirement — it is not an indication that anything has changed with respect to our transaction with Patrick and the Board continues to recommend in favor of the Patrick transaction. In the meantime, it is business as usual. We encourage you to stay focused on what you do best, delivering exceptional products and service to our customers and the communities we serve. Nothing about our day-to-day operations has changed, and the leadership team will keep you informed as we reach important milestones. This news may generate media coverage or industry chatter. Please do not comment or speculate if approached — by customers, partners, the media, or anyone else. Forward any external inquiries to Lillian Etzkorn at investors@LCI1.com. Thank you, as always, for your continued dedication and commitment. We are grateful for your trust and look forward to the exciting future ahead. -Johnny Johnny Sirpilla Interim CEO Lippert
www.lci1.com
____________________________________________________________________________ Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Information in this communication, other than statements of historical facts, may constitute forward-looking statements, for the purpose of the safe harbor provided by Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements about the benefits of the proposed transaction between the Company and Patrick, including future financial and operating results (including the anticipated impact of the transaction on the Company’s and Patrick’s respective earnings), statements related to the expected timing of the completion of the transaction, the combined company’s plans, objectives, expectations and intentions, and other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements may be identified by terminology such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “targets,” “scheduled,” “plans,” “intends,” “goal,” “anticipates,” “expects,” “believes,” “forecasts,” “outlook,” “estimates,” “potential,” or “continue” or negatives of such terms or other comparable terminology, but not all forward-looking statements include such identifying terminology. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company or Patrick to differ materially from any results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, among others, (1) the risk that the cost savings and any revenue synergies from the transaction may not be fully realized or may take longer than anticipated to be realized, (2) disruption to each party’s business as a result of the announcement and pendency of the transaction, (3) the risk that the integration of each party’s operations will be materially delayed or will be more costly or difficult than expected or that the parties are otherwise unable to successfully integrate as a result of unexpected factors or events, (4) the failure to obtain the necessary approvals by the stockholders of the Company or Patrick, (5) the ability by each of the Company and Patrick to obtain required governmental approvals of the transaction on the timeline expected, or at all, and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the transaction, (6) reputational risk and the reaction of each party’s customers, suppliers, employees or other business partners to the transaction, (7) the failure of the closing conditions in the merger agreement to be satisfied, or any unexpected delay in closing the transaction or the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement, (8) the possibility that the transaction may be more expensive to complete than anticipated, including as a result of unexpected factors or events, (9) risks related to management and oversight of the expanded business and operations of the combined company due to the increased size and complexity, (10) the possibility of increased scrutiny by, and/or additional regulatory requirements of, governmental authorities as a result of the transaction or the size, scope and complexity of the combined company’s business operations, (11) the outcome of any legal or regulatory proceedings that may be currently pending or later instituted against the Company, Patrick or the combined company before or after the transaction, and (12) general competitive, economic, political and market conditions and other factors that may affect future results of the Company and Patrick. Additional factors which could affect future results of the Company and Patrick can be found in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, which was filed with the SEC on February 26, 2026, under the captions “Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking
Statements” and “Risk Factors” and the Company’s subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, and Patrick’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, which was filed with the SEC on February 19, 2026, under the captions “Information Concerning Forward-Looking Statements” and “Risk Factors” and Patrick’s subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, in each case filed with the SEC and available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov. The Company and Patrick disclaim any obligation and do not intend to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this communication, which speak only as of the date hereof, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by federal securities laws. Important Information About the Proposed Transaction and Where to Find It In connection with the proposed transaction between the Company and Patrick, Patrick has filed relevant materials with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including, among other filings, a Patrick registration statement on Form S-4 (File No. 333-299100) that includes a preliminary joint proxy statement of the Company and Patrick that also constitutes a prospectus of Patrick with respect to shares of Patrick’s common stock to be issued in the proposed transaction. The registration statement was declared effective by the SEC on October 19, 2026, and the Company and Patrick commenced mailing the definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus (the “Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus”) to their respective stockholders on or about October 19, 2026. The Company and Patrick may also file other documents with the SEC regarding the proposed transaction. This communication is not a substitute for the Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus or any other document which the Company and Patrick may file with the SEC. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS OF THE COMPANY AND PATRICK ARE URGED TO READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND THE JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT WILL BE FILED WITH THE SEC, AS WELL AS ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS TO THESE DOCUMENTS, CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS. Investors and security holders will be able to obtain free copies of the registration statement and the Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus (as available) and other documents filed with the SEC by the Company and Patrick through the website maintained by the SEC at http://www.sec.gov. Copies of the documents filed with the SEC by the Company will be available free of charge on the Company’s website at lippert.com under the tab “Investors” and under the heading “Financials” and subheading “SEC Filings.” Copies of the documents filed with the SEC by Patrick will be available free of charge on Patrick’s website at patrickind.com under the tab “Investors” and under the heading “SEC Filings.” No Offer or Solicitation This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy or exchange any securities or a solicitation of any vote or approval in any jurisdiction, nor shall there be any sale, issuance or transfer of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. It does not constitute a prospectus or prospectus equivalent document. No offering or sale of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the
requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and otherwise in accordance with applicable law.