Monday, October 31, 2005
Cendant Corporation Board of Directors Announces Plan to Separate Cendant Into Four Publicly Owned, Pure-Play Companies
Cendant Corporation (NYSE: CD) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a plan to separate Cendant into four independent, publicly traded, pure-play companies -- one each for Cendant's real estate, travel distribution, hospitality and vehicle rental businesses. The plan is designed to enable shareholders and the four companies to realize Cendant's value, which has not yet been fully recognized by the market, despite the strong operating and financial performance of Cendant's businesses.
Following the proposed transaction, Cendant's shareholders will own 100% of the equity in all four companies. The transaction is expected to be effected through three 100% spin-offs in the summer of 2006. It is expected to be tax-free for the Company and its shareholders.
Following the proposed transaction, Cendant's shareholders will own 100% of the equity in all four companies. The transaction is expected to be effected through three 100% spin-offs in the summer of 2006. It is expected to be tax-free for the Company and its shareholders.
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