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STAMFORD, Conn. - Altus Power, Inc. (NYSE: AMPS), a leading commercial-scale solar energy provider in the United States, is set to become a private entity following a definitive acquisition agreement with TPG through its TPG Rise Climate Transition Infrastructure strategy. The all-cash transaction is valued at approximately $2.2 billion, including debt. According to InvestingPro data, the company currently operates with a significant debt burden, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.95 and total debt of over $1.5 billion as of the latest quarter.
The acquisition price of $5.00 per share represents a 66% premium over Altus Power’s unaffected closing price on October 15, 2024. Following the transaction’s completion, Altus Power’s Class A common stock will be delisted from the New York Stock Exchange. The company has demonstrated strong revenue growth of 25.9% in the last twelve months, with impressive gross profit margins of 77.24%, as reported by InvestingPro.
Altus Power anticipates that the partnership with TPG Rise Climate will enhance its commercial and Community Solar offerings by expanding access to clean electric power, enabling the company to scale operations to meet growing demand. This expansion potential aligns with analysts’ expectations for continued sales growth, one of 14 key insights available through InvestingPro’s comprehensive analysis tools and research reports.
Gregg Felton, CEO of Altus Power, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, citing TPG Rise Climate’s alignment with Altus Power’s vision and its potential to drive innovation and long-term growth. The company’s current market capitalization stands at $612.8 million, with an EBITDA of $96.74 million in the last twelve months.
The Board of Directors of Altus Power has unanimously approved the transaction and will recommend that stockholders vote in favor of the merger agreement. Stockholders representing about 40% of Altus Power’s Class A common stock have already agreed to support the transaction.
Subject to stockholder approval and customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025. Notably, the deal does not hinge on financing conditions.
Moelis (NYSE:MC) & Company LLC and Latham & Watkins LLP are serving as financial and legal advisors to Altus Power, respectively. TPG Rise Climate has engaged PJT Partners (NYSE:PJT) and Kirkland & Ellis LLP for financial and legal counsel.
This news is based on a press release statement.
In other recent news, Altus Power reported robust growth in Q3 2024, showcasing a 30% increase in revenue and a significant rise in GAAP net income. The company also surpassed 1 gigawatt in operating assets, reaffirming its leadership in the commercial solar market. However, despite these positive developments, JPMorgan downgraded Altus Power’s stock from "Neutral" to "Underweight" due to concerns over execution capabilities.
Meanwhile, TPG’s climate investment branch, TPG Rise Climate, is reportedly in discussions to acquire Altus Power. The potential acquisition comes as Altus Power explores various options, including a potential sale.
In another recent development, Evolv Technologies announced the appointment of Richard Shapiro to its Board of Directors. Shapiro, who also serves on the board of Altus Power, brings nearly 30 years of investment management experience to Evolv. These recent developments highlight the dynamic nature of the investment landscape and the strategic moves companies are making to strengthen their positions.
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