Applied Aerospace & Defense closes IPO of 32.5 million shares at $20.00 per share
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Inc. (AADX) completed its initial public offering on June 4, 2026, selling 32,500,000 shares of common stock at $20.00 per share. The underwriters also received a 30-day option to buy up to 4,875,000 additional shares, and the company adopted new governance documents, equity plans and shareholder agreements in connection with the listing.
Key points
- IPO of 32,500,000 firm shares at $20.00 per share, closed and delivered June 4, 2026
- Underwriters hold a 30-day option to purchase up to 4,875,000 additional shares
- Amended and restated certificate of incorporation and bylaws took effect June 2, 2026
- Registration Rights Agreement and Stockholders Agreement with AA&D Holdings, LP dated June 4, 2026
The filing
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