Trend Micro, a Japanese security company, is attracting interest from private equity firms including Advent International, Bain Capital, EQT AB, and KKR as it contemplates a potential takeover and delisting from the Tokyo stock exchange. The company’s current valuation stands at 1.63 trillion yen (10.2 billion euros), and speculation surrounding the acquisition has already led to a 20% increase in stock price. However, despite the temporary spike, Trend Micro faces ongoing profitability challenges, lagging behind competitors like CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks, which raises questions about the sustainability of this stock resurgence.
Advent International, Bain Capital, EQT AB, and KKR are competing for a potential takeover of Japan's Trend Micro, which is considering delisting from the Tokyo stock exchange.
While Trend Micro's stock surged over 20% following news of the potential takeover, the company continues to struggle with profitability compared to its main competitors.
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