M&A
confidence high
sentiment positive
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RB Global to acquire J.M. Wood Auction Co. for $235M cash, expected Q2 2025
RB GLOBAL INC.
- Purchase price $235M cash, 67% paid at closing, balance in three annual installments.
- Target's gross transaction value for 12 months ending Oct 31, 2024: ~$320M.
- J.M. Wood focuses on commercial construction & transportation assets, including municipal customers.
- Acquisition expected to close Q2 2025, subject to HSR antitrust clearance.
- J.M. Wood will continue as-is, maintain its Montgomery, AL headquarters.