DXL: Court bars DXL from terminating FBB merger pending expedited Delaware rulings
A Delaware Court of Chancery granted FBB Holdings I's motions and enjoined Destination XL from terminating its merger agreement with FBB while the court makes further expedited determinations. The order is temporary and not a ruling on the merits, and DXL says it believes FBB's claims are without merit and will defend against them.
Key points
- The Court of Chancery held a hearing on October 29, 2026 and granted both motions after it.
- The merger agreement, dated December 11, 2025, allows either party to terminate if the merger is not completed by October 30, 2026.
- FBB filed its complaint on October 26, 2026; DXL filed an answer and counterclaims on October 28, 2026.
- DXL's preliminary proxy statement was filed July 17, 2026 and amended most recently on October 19, 2026.
The filing
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