Caesars to Be Acquired by Fertitta in $17.6B All-Cash Deal
Caesars Entertainment agrees to be acquired by Fertitta Entertainment in an all-cash deal valued at about $17.6 billion (including $11.9 billion of Caesars’ debt), with Caesars shareholders receiving $31 per share — about a 49% premium to the February 25, 2026 close and a 46% premium to the 30-day VWAP. Caesars’ board unanimously approves and recommends stockholders adopt the merger; the transaction is not subject to financing and will be funded by Fertitta equity, assumed debt and new debt financing, with a go-shop period through July 11, 2026. The deal requires stockholder and regulatory approvals; upon closing, Caesars will cease trading on NASDAQ and the combined company will span 60 casino resorts, online gaming and sports betting, Landry’s restaurants and other entertainment venues, connected by Caesars Rewards. The Carano family will roll over a portion of its stake. Management is expected to stay in place; the transaction carries typical closing conditions and potential termination provisions.
