Dayforce (DAYS) Climbs 31% on $12.3-Billion Thoma Bravo Merger

We recently published 10 Stocks Defy Chaos With Jaw-Dropping Gains. Dayforce Inc. (NYSE:DAY) is one of the top performers of last week.

Dayforce Inc. soared by 30.86 percent week-on-week as investors gobbled up shares following news that it was set to be acquired by Thoma Bravo for $12.3 billion.

In a joint statement last week, Dayforce Inc. (NYSE:DAY) and Thoma Bravo said they entered into a definitive agreement for the official merger at an all-cash transaction.

Under the tender offer agreement, Thoma Bravo will acquire all shares of Dayforce Inc. (NYSE:DAY) at a price of $70. The purchase price represents a 32-percent premium over the company’s closing price on August 15, 2025.

“As one of the world’s leading enterprise software investors, Thoma Bravo’s commitment amplifies this promise as we partner to grow our business, increase quantifiable value for customers, and further secure our position in AI as a generational software company,” said Dayforce Inc. (NYSE:DAY) Chairman and CEO David Ossip.

“With Thoma Bravo, we are partnering with a truly special organization to accelerate our business – with our focus, resources, and product innovation all laser-pointed on leaping forward as the HCM leader for a world of work shaped by AI,” he added.

The transaction is expected to close early next year, subject to closing conditions, including stockholder and regulatory approvals.

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