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BARK Determines Not to Pursue Transaction Following Review of Previously Disclosed Proposals

BARK
  • BARK, Inc. concluded its review of unsolicited preliminary non-binding proposals received in January 2026.
  • The proposal from Great Dane Ventures, LLC received on January 9, 2026, has been withdrawn.
  • The proposal from GNK Holdings LLC & Marcus Lemonis received on January 14, 2026, was rejected after the Special Committee determined it did not adequately reflect the Company's value.
  • The Special Committee decided not to pursue a transaction with the GNK/Lemonis Group.
  • The Company will end the current review process to focus on its existing standalone strategy as the best path to maximize long-term stockholder value.
  • BARK remains committed to disciplined execution, sustainable growth, profitability, and enhancing stockholder value.