This seems to imply that both firms are using public statements as means of concluding the deal on their terms. After such protracted grappling between Stratasys, the ostensible protagonist of the wrestling match, and Nano, the would-be heel, it is surprising to see Nano Dimension pull out. Despite the headache it caused, Stratasys may actually come out ahead due to the fact that its stock price has pushed up past the $20 mark since its January low. More importantly, 3D Systems has had to up its offer, even to the point of making it binding, until Nano backed down. Meanwhile, Desktop Metal may get a necessary lifeline from the termination fee while it looks to be acquired elsewhere. Or, better yet for all involved, it could be purchased by a 3D Systems-Stratasys combination.