Graco closes $447M cash acquisition of Valco Melton; ~14x 2025 adjusted EBITDA net of tax benefits

GRACO INC

Completed Aug 31, 2026, purchase of Valco Melton for $447M in cash; deal first announced May 21, 2026.
Net transaction value ~14x 2025 adjusted EBITDA after ~$40M present-value tax benefits; ~10x 2026 est. synergy-adjusted EBITDA.
Valco Melton: ~650 employees, customers in 80+ countries, ~$145M revenue in 2025.
Acquired systems business will operate within Graco's Industrial segment.
CEO Mark Sheahan cites expanded precision adhesive dispensing and quality assurance capabilities globally.

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