Douglas Elliman stock soars on merger offer report

EditorLuke Juricic
Published 23/05/2025, 15:46
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Investing.com -- Shares of Douglas Elliman Inc. (NYSE:DOUG) surged 26.2% following a Bloomberg report that the real estate brokerage, which has been grappling with legal challenges from lawsuits involving two former top agents, received a merger proposal from Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (NYSE:HOUS), potentially valuing the company at roughly double its current stock price.

The report, citing sources familiar with the matter, indicated that Anywhere Real Estate, previously known as Realogy, made an offer that would value Douglas Elliman at more than $4 per share. However, it is understood that Douglas Elliman may not accept the bid at this level. The information has not been made public, and the sources requested anonymity.

A successful acquisition by Anywhere Real Estate would bring a significant residential brokerage under its umbrella, with Douglas Elliman boasting a strong presence in major U.S. cities like New York and Miami. The company is known for handling some of the most prominent luxury home sales, including the record-setting $238 million Manhattan penthouse bought by billionaire Ken Griffin in 2019.

Meanwhile, Anywhere Real Estate saw a modest increase of 0.6% in its stock price. The potential merger could consolidate Anywhere’s position in the real estate market by integrating Douglas Elliman’s high-profile portfolio and expertise in luxury residential sales.

Investors reacted positively to the news, reflecting optimism about the potential for Douglas Elliman to leverage Anywhere’s bid to command a higher valuation or spark interest from other potential acquirers. The merger offer arrives at a time when Douglas Elliman is seeking to navigate through the turbulence of ongoing litigation, and a deal of this nature could represent a strategic move for both companies in the competitive real estate brokerage industry.

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