WSR Whitestone REIT
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Executive Summary
Whitestone REIT (WSR) has agreed to be acquired by Ares Real Estate funds in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $1.7 billion, with shareholders receiving $19.00 per share. The transaction, unanimously approved by Whitestone's board, is expected to close in Q3 2026 pending shareholder approval. The deal includes a $36 million termination fee if Whitestone accepts a superior offer.
Actionable Insight
The $19.00 per share offer represents a 12.2% premium to Whitestone's closing price prior to announcement, providing immediate value to shareholders. The deal is expected to close in Q3 2026 pending shareholder approval, offering a near-term catalyst. The $36 million termination fee suggests the board is confident in the deal's completion.
Key Facts
- All outstanding Whitestone REIT shares will be acquired for $19.00 per share in cash
- The transaction is valued at approximately $1.7 billion
- The deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026
- Shareholder approval is required for the transaction
- The board unanimously approved the transaction
- If the deal fails due to a superior offer, Whitestone must pay a $36 million termination fee
Financial Impact
Approximately $1.7 billion transaction value with $19.00 per share cash consideration
Risk Factors
- Shareholder approval is required for the transaction
- The deal could be derailed by a superior offer from another party
Market Snapshot
Documents Analyzed
This report is based on 4 SEC documents filed with EDGAR.
| Document | Accession Number |
|---|---|
| DEFA14A Filing (Primary) | 0001193125-26-148800 |
| Document: 0001193125-26-148800-index-headers.html | 0001193125-26-148800 |
| Document: 0001193125-26-148800-index.html | 0001193125-26-148800 |
| Document: 0001193125-26-148800.txt | 0001193125-26-148800 |
Filters
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May 19, 2026
21d ago
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DEFM14A
| $18.97 $19.02 | ▲ +0.24% | ▼ −2.01% | $19.07 (+0.53%) |
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Apr 9, 2026
8w ago
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DEFA14A
| $18.93 $18.93 | · 0.00% | ▼ −3.19% | $19.07 (+0.74%) |
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Apr 9, 2026
8w ago
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8-K
| $18.93 $18.93 | · 0.00% | ▼ −3.19% | $19.07 (+0.74%) |
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Apr 9, 2026
8w ago
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Press Release
| $18.93 $18.93 | · 0.00% | ▼ −3.19% | $19.07 (+0.74%) |
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Apr 8, 2026
8w ago
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Press Release
| $18.93 $18.93 | · 0.00% | ▼ −3.19% | $19.07 (+0.74%) |
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Feb 25, 2026
14w ago
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8-K
| $15.22 $14.89 | ▼ −2.15% | ▼ −1.02% | $19.07 (+25.34%) |
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