NRG Energy Inc. on Tuesday said it agreed to buy Vivint Smart Home Inc., for $2.8 billion in cash the assumption of $2.4 billion of the company’s debt for a total deal value of $5.2 billion. NRG, which produces and sells energy services, said it would pay $12 a share for Vivint, a 33% premium to Vivint’s closing share price on Monday. NRG is effectively betting on the smart device market by buying $VVNT which offers integrated home systems that … Continue reading NRG Energy to Buy Vivint Smart Home in $5.8 Billion Deal