Seagate succeeds in LaCie takeover with 64.5% of shares

For a while now, Seagate was planning to take over LaCie. The idea was to purchase the shares of LaCie’s CEO, as well as those of his partner. Together, the two own 64.5% of the company, which would give Seagate a controlling stake. The manufacturer has since been able to purchase the shares at a price of € 4.05 (£2.59) per share. If Seagate is able to obtain 95% of the shares within six months, it will pay CEO Philippe Spruch and his partner 3% more for their shares, a price of &euro…

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