Nikon launches $622 million takeover bid for SLM Solutions

Japanese multinational Nikon, backed by SLM Solutions shareholders, has stepped up its interest in the 3D printing industry with a takeover bid for a major metal additive manufacturing enterprise. An all-cash bid for SLM at EUR 20 per share, represents an 84% premium on the 3-month average trading price of EUR 10.89. Nikon’s proposed acquisition […]