Kidman board backs Wesfarmers’ A$776M bid for lithium firm

Takeover target Kidman Resources has entered into a scheme implementation deed with ASX-listed Wesfarmers, following a due diligence period.

Wesfarmers earlier this month launched a non-binding and conditional A$776-million cash offer for Kidman, marking a foray into lithium. Wesfarmers is offering shareholders A$1.90 a share in cash for their interests in Kidman.