M&A
confidence high
sentiment positive
materiality 0.75
Hubbell to acquire Systems Control for $1.1B in cash; ~12x projected 2024 EBITDA
HUBBELL INC
- Purchase price $1.1B in cash, subject to net debt/working capital adjustments; implies ~12x projected 2024 EBITDA.
- Systems Control (owned by Comvest Partners) estimated 2024 sales ~$400M; makes substation control and relay panels.
- Deal enhances Hubbell Utility Solutions portfolio; expected to close by end of 2023, subject to regulatory approval.
- Financed with cash on hand and debt; management anticipates adjusted EPS accretion in 2024.
- Acquisition targets megatrends in aging infrastructure, grid automation, renewables, and electrification.