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McGrath terminates merger with WillScot, to receive $180M termination fee; board authorizes 2M share repurchase
MCGRATH RENTCORP
- Mutual termination of merger with WillScot effective Sept 17, 2024; McGrath receives $180M termination fee within 3 business days.
- Board increases share repurchase authorization to 2 million shares; timing subject to market conditions and legal requirements.
- Company to provide financial outlook, business strategy, and capital allocation update during Q3 earnings call on October 24, 2024.
- CEO highlights standalone strategy, commitment to customer focus and shareholder value; company has 33 consecutive years of dividend increases.