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Forager Files Schedule 13D: $3.10/Share Proposal for QIPT

Filing Impact
(Low)
Filing Sentiment
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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Forager Fund, L.P. and affiliates disclosed an amended Schedule 13D regarding Quipt Home Medical Corp. (QIPT). The filing reports beneficial ownership of 4,199,562 shares, representing 9.7% of outstanding common stock based on 43,443,972 shares. The amendment adds a non-binding Acquisition Proposal dated August 25, 2025: an all-cash offer of $3.10 per share to acquire all outstanding shares, which the filer states is a substantial premium (citing a 120% premium to an unaffected $1.41 closing price on May 19, 2025). The proposal would be funded with cash on hand, is described as not subject to due diligence, contemplates a 30-day go-shop, matching rights, and break-up fees of 3.5% (go-shop) and 5.5% (no-shop) of total purchase price. The filer says it could potentially close within 16 weeks.

Positive

  • All-cash offer of $3.10 per share provides immediate liquidity at a large premium to prior unaffected price
  • Filer controls 9.7% of shares, making the proposal anchored by a significant holder
  • No financing contingency indicated—affiliate expects to fund the transaction with cash on hand
  • Deal timeline defined: filer suggests potential to close within 16 weeks, indicating transaction readiness

Negative

  • Proposal is non-binding (filed to comply with Canadian law), so terms are not guaranteed
  • Break-up fees (3.5%/5.5%) could deter competing bidders and affect ultimate sale proceeds to shareholders
  • No diligence condition claimed by filer, but absence of due diligence is atypical and may raise process questions

Insights

TL;DR: Forager proposes a $3.10 all-cash takeover at a significant premium, with customary go-shop and break-up fee terms.

The Proposal is material: a full all-cash offer at $3.10 implies immediate liquidity for shareholders and a large premium versus pre-disclosure trading. The inclusion of a 30-day go-shop and matching rights are standard deal protections that balance board flexibility with bidder protections. Break-up fees of 3.5% (go-shop) and 5.5% (no-shop) are within typical ranges and could deter competing bidders. The filer’s statement that no financing is required and that the deal is not subject to due diligence signals transaction readiness, which increases the likelihood of a timely process, though the Proposal is described as non-binding to comply with Canadian securities laws.

TL;DR: The filing meaningfully changes governance dynamics by signaling a near-term takeover attempt and sets negotiation parameters.

The disclosure elevates pressure on the board to evaluate a cash-sale alternative at a sizeable premium. By specifying deal mechanics (go-shop, matching rights, break-up fees), the filer frames acceptable negotiation contours and timelines (potential close within 16 weeks). These terms create a defined window for shareholder value realization and third-party bids, shifting strategic considerations for the board and shareholders. The reporting of 9.7% ownership establishes the filer as a significant stakeholder in the process.






If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).






SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Footnote to "(13) Percent of class represented by amount in row (11)": Calculated based on 43,443,972 shares of common stock of the Issuer as of August 8, 2025, as reported on the Issuer's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Footnote to sections (7), (8), and (11): Shares reported in this table are held by Forager Fund, L.P., of which the Reporting Person is the general partner. Footnote to section "(13) Percent of class represented by amount in row (11)": Calculated based on 43,443,972 shares of common stock of the Issuer as of August 8, 2025, as reported on the Issuer's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Footnote for sections (8), (10) and (11): These shares are held by Forager Fund, L.P., of which Forager Capital Management, LLC is the general partner. The Reporting Person is a managing partner of Forager Capital Management, LLC. Footnote for section "(13) Percent of class represented by amount in row (11)": Calculated based on 43,443,972 shares of common stock of the Issuer as of August 8, 2025, as reported on the Issuer's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Footnote for sections (8), (10) and (11): These shares are held by Forager Fund, L.P., of which Forager Capital Management, LLC is the general partner. The Reporting Person is a managing partner of Forager Capital Management, LLC. Footnote for section "(13) Percent of class represented by amount in row (11)": Calculated based on 43,443,972 shares of common stock of the Issuer as of August 8, 2025, as reported on the Issuer's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025.


SCHEDULE 13D


Forager Fund, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Robert MacArthur
Name/Title:Robert MacArthur, Managing Partner
Date:08/25/2025
Forager Capital Management, LLC
Signature:/s/ Robert MacArthur
Name/Title:Robert MacArthur, Managing Partner
Date:08/25/2025
Kissel Edward Urban
Signature:/s/ s/ Edward Kissel
Name/Title:Edward Kissel
Date:08/25/2025
MacArthur Robert Symmes
Signature:/s/ Robert MacArthur
Name/Title:Robert MacArthur
Date:08/25/2025

FAQ

What price per share did Forager offer to acquire QIPT?

Forager proposed an all-cash purchase price of $3.10 per share for all outstanding common shares.

How many QIPT shares does Forager report owning?

The filing reports beneficial ownership of 4,199,562 shares, equal to 9.7% of outstanding common stock based on 43,443,972 shares.

Is Forager's acquisition proposal binding for QIPT shareholders?

No. The Acquisition Proposal is described as non-binding to comply with Canadian securities laws, though the filer states readiness to enter definitive documentation.

How would the proposed transaction be funded?

An affiliate of Forager anticipates funding the Proposed Transaction using cash on hand and does not expect to require financing from the issuer or shareholders.

What transaction protections are included in the proposal?

The proposal contemplates a 30-day go-shop, subsequent no-shop/non-solicitation covenant, matching rights for Forager, and break-up fees of 3.5% (go-shop) and 5.5% (no-shop) of the total purchase price.
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