Sun Life Financial Acquires Majority Stake in Dialogue Health Technologies

Sun Life Financial Inc., a leading global financial services firm managing assets worth $1.37 trillion and boasting a market capitalization of $27.54 billion, has announced its acquisition of a 95% stake in Dialogue Health Technologies Inc. This move is expected to result in Dialogue’s shares being delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange. The acquisition was made through Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada, with Dialogue set to continue its operations independently within the framework of Sun Life Canada.

Sun Life has established itself as a significant player in the insurance sector, consistently performing well with a history of increasing its dividend for eight consecutive years and maintaining dividend payments for 24 years. The company’s stock is known for its low price volatility, making it an attractive option for investors.

After the acquisition, Dialogue will still provide its high-quality healthcare services globally and will be integrated into Sun Life’s Lumino Health Virtual Care platform. An early warning report will be filed as part of the transaction process.

The deal was completed in accordance with the Canada Business Corporations Act, following a Plan of Arrangement that offers $5.15 per share in cash. This arrangement necessitated the transfer of shares, with certain exceptions. Shareholders must submit required documents, such as Direct Registration System (DRS) Advice(s), to Computershare Investor Services Inc. Further details regarding this arrangement were outlined in a management proxy circular provided on August 17, 2023.

Dialogue Health Technologies Inc., recognized with the Accreditation Canada Primer award, is expected to be delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange as a result of this acquisition by Sun Life Financial Inc. With a market cap of $278.55 million, Dialogue has seen a notable rise in its stock price over the last six months and maintains a stronger cash position relative to its debt.

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