Marygold Companies to Be Acquired by Madison Dearborn Partners in $2.00 Per Share Merger

The Marygold Companies, Inc. (NYSE American: MGLD), a global holding company with operations in financial services, food manufacturing, printing, and beauty products, has entered into a definitive merger agreement under which funds managed by Madison Dearborn Partners will acquire all outstanding shares for $2.00 per share. The transaction, announced on September 25, 2026, was disclosed in a regulatory filing.

The board of directors delegated authority to a Special Committee of independent and disinterested directors to evaluate and negotiate the potential acquisition. Both the Special Committee and the full board unanimously determined that the merger agreement and its contemplated transactions are advisable, fair to, and in the best interests of the company. The agreement was also supported by holders of approximately 75% of the voting power of Marygold's outstanding shares, who delivered written consent approving the deal shortly after its execution. Because stockholder approval has been secured, the company is contractually prohibited from responding to or accepting alternative acquisition proposals or terminating the agreement to pursue another offer.

Prior to signing the merger agreement, Marygold conducted an extensive process to solicit interest from third parties in acquiring all or part of its shares, receiving several proposals. Details of that process will be included in an information statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and mailed to stockholders. The merger agreement itself, along with related transaction details, was filed in a Form 8-K.

The deal carries significant implications for Texas and the broader business landscape. Marygold's diverse subsidiaries—including USCF Investments, Marygold & Co., Step-By-Step Financial Planners, Marygold & Co. Limited, Gourmet Foods, Printstock Products, and Original Sprout—operate across the United States, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. While the company is headquartered in San Clemente, California, its financial services and investment offerings reach clients nationwide, and its food manufacturing and printing operations contribute to supply chains that touch Texas markets. For investors, the $2.00 per share price provides a clear exit valuation, and the lack of a go-shop provision signals confidence in the agreed terms. For employees and partners of the subsidiaries, the transition to Madison Dearborn ownership could bring new capital and strategic direction.

Madison Dearborn Partners, a private equity firm with deep experience in middle-market investments, gains a portfolio of established brands with international reach. The acquisition may accelerate growth initiatives, particularly in financial technology and consumer goods, where Marygold has been expanding. More information about the company is available at www.themarygoldcompanies.com.