Aterian, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATER) shares are trading higher Tuesday after the company announced it entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of its Marquee Brand Portfolio for $18 million subject to adjustments.
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Aterian Announces Asset Sale, CEO Transition Plan
The company said it signed an agreement with Trademark Global, LLC to sell assets associated with several of its brands, including Mueller Living, PurSteam, hOmeLabs, Squatty Potty, Healing Solutions and Photo Paper Direct.
Under the terms of the deal, Trademark will acquire the worldwide business of sourcing, marketing and selling products under these brands, along with related assets such as inventory, and will assume certain liabilities.
The base purchase price for the transaction is $18 million in cash, subject to adjustments for net working capital and other transaction-related costs.
The asset sale was unanimously approved by Aterian's board and is subject to stockholder approval. The company expects to file a proxy statement in early May 2026 and anticipates the transaction will close in the second quarter of 2026.
Aterian said it plans to distribute the net proceeds from the sale to stockholders in the third quarter of 2026, taking into account transaction expenses, debt repayment and working capital adjustments.
Separately, the company entered into a securities purchase agreement for a $7 million private placement of convertible preferred stock with David Lazar, which will be completed in two tranches.
Following the closing of the second tranche, Lazar is expected to be appointed CEO, succeeding Arturo Rodriguez.
Aterian Shares Skyrocket
ATER Price Action: At the time of publication, Aterian shares are trading 108.15% higher at $1.37, according to data from Benzinga Pro.
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