Party you need to learn the meaning of 'either' and 'or'. "or has indicated that its business plan is to engage in a merger or acquisition with an unidentified company or companies, or other entity or person" basically, the company IS exempt if it indicates it is going through buyout procedures - In Plain English. I'm just pointing this out so that you do not make any more poor investment decisions. Too bad about missing out on the divi. I feel sorry for you.