The electrical manufacturing company could provide an update on its sale deliberations when it reports quarterly earnings on Thursday, according to the people.
Atkore shares, which rose as much as 12% Wednesday, closed up 2.2% to $66.53 in New York trading, giving the company a market value of $2.24 billion. The stock has fallen 20% this year.
The Harvey, Illinois-based company could appeal to both strategic and private equity buyers, the people said. A representative for Atkore ...