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Ashland responds to Ancora Alternatives investor presentation

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:07:37 -0400

Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) issued a statement responding to an investor presentation released by Ancora Alternatives LLC, according to a company announcement.

The specialty chemicals company said its board and management team remain committed to driving value creation for shareholders. Ashland stated that while Ancora did not engage with the company prior to its presentation, Ashland intends to engage with Ancora as part of its ongoing dialogue with investors.

The Wilmington, Delaware-based company said it remains focused on growth strategies to execute, globalize, innovate and invest while continuing to improve operational performance and cash generation. Ashland believes these priorities will position the

Ashland responds to Ancora Alternatives investor presentation

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:07:37 -0400

Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) issued a statement responding to an investor presentation released by Ancora Alternatives LLC, according to a company announcement.

Ashland responds to Ancora Alternatives investor presentation

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:07:37 -0400

Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) issued a statement responding to an investor presentation released by Ancora Alternatives LLC, according to a company announcement.

Ashland responds to investor presentation by Ancora Alternatives LLC

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:07:00 -0400

WILMINGTON, Del., June 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH) today issued the following statement in response to the investor presentation released by Ancora Alternatives LLC:

Ashland’s Board of Directors and management team are committed to driving sustainable value creation for all shareholders. The Board recognizes and respects diverse perspectives and welcomes constructive input from shareholders. While Ancora did not engage with Ashland prior to its presentation, Ashland intends to engage with Ancora in a manner consistent with that commitment as part of its ongoing dialogue with investors.

Ashland remains focused on its

Ashland responds to investor presentation by Ancora Alternatives LLC

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:07:00 -0400

WILMINGTON, Del., June 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH) today issued the following statement in response to the investor presentation released by Ancora Alternatives LLC:

Ashland remains focused on its

Ashland responds to investor presentation by Ancora Alternatives LLC

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:07:00 -0400

WILMINGTON, Del., June 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH) today issued the following statement in response to the investor presentation released by Ancora Alternatives LLC:

Ashland remains focused on its

Ashland responds to investor presentation by Ancora Alternatives LLC

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:07:00 -0400

WILMINGTON, Del., June 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH) today issued the following statement in response to the investor presentation released by Ancora Alternatives LLC:

Ashland remains focused on its

BMO Capital on Ashland Inc. (ASH): 'Activist Investor Ancora Takes Stake in ASH and Calls for a Sale'

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:39:02 -0400

BMO Capital analyst John McNulty reiterated an Outperform rating and $68.00 price target on Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH).

The analyst commented: "Activist Investor Ancora Takes Stake in ASH and Calls for a Sale; Ashland is facing a more aggressive activist backdrop with Ancora disclosing a stake and pushing for a full sale, marking a shift from the more collaborative stance historically taken by Standard Investments (~10% stake). Ancora’s willingness to pursue a proxy fight (September) underscores the higher chance of accelerated strategic action at ASH. Recall, while ASH has seen reasonable success in innovation, which is benefitting the top line, operational

Ashland Inc. (ASH) PT Raised to $72 at UBS

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:37:51 -0400

UBS analyst Joshua Spector raised the price target on Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) to $72.00 (from $66.00) while maintaining a Buy rating.

Ashland Inc. (ASH) PT Raised to $72 at Jefferies

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:05:42 -0400

Jefferies analyst Laurence Alexander raised the price target on Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) to $72.00 (from $71.00) while maintaining a Buy rating.

Ancora urges Ashland to explore sale options, citing undervaluation

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:05:42 -0400

Ancora Holdings Group released a presentation urging Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) to conduct a review of strategic alternatives, including a potential sale of the company. The investment firm believes Ashland's assets are undervalued by public markets despite the company's high-margin specialty chemical operations.

Ancora estimates a sale could yield approximately $76 per share, representing a 33% premium to current trading levels. The firm's analysis suggests Ashland could be valued at 11.5 times earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization in a takeover scenario.

Standard Industries currently owns about 9.9% of Ashland and has previously acquired companies after building initial stakes, including W.R.

Ancora urges Ashland to explore sale options, citing undervaluation

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:05:42 -0400

Standard Industries currently owns about 9.9% of Ashland and has previously acquired companies after building initial stakes, including W.R.

Ancora urges Ashland to explore sale options, citing undervaluation

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:05:42 -0400

Standard Industries currently owns about 9.9% of Ashland and has previously acquired companies after building initial stakes, including W.R.

Ancora urges Ashland to explore sale options, citing undervaluation

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:05:42 -0400

Standard Industries currently owns about 9.9% of Ashland and has previously acquired companies after building initial stakes, including W.R.

Ancora Releases Presentation Highlighting the Opportunity for a Value-Maximizing, Competitive Sale Process at Ashland Inc.