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MINNEAPOLIS - Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG), a $14.66 billion industrial equipment manufacturer with strong financial health according to InvestingPro analysis, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Color Service, a provider of automated dosing systems for powder and liquid applications, for €63 million, subject to customary adjustments.
Color Service, headquartered in Italy, generated revenue of €34 million in 2024 and employs approximately 140 people worldwide. The company specializes in gravimetric dosing technology, which delivers weight-based measurements for production processes. The acquisition represents a small portion of Graco’s financial capacity, given its impressive gross profit margins of 52.76% and healthy balance sheet with more cash than debt.
"The addition of Color Service strengthens our powder handling portfolio and opens new growth opportunities with complementary technologies for new applications," said Mark Sheahan, Graco’s President and CEO, according to the press release.
The acquisition target serves industries including textiles, rubber, cosmetics, plastics, and food. The transaction is expected to close in Graco’s fiscal third quarter pending satisfaction of closing conditions. For deeper insights into Graco’s financial strength and growth potential, investors can access comprehensive analysis through InvestingPro, which offers exclusive metrics and 13 additional ProTips about the company.
Minneapolis-based Graco supplies technology for fluid and coating management in industrial and commercial applications. The company designs and manufactures systems to move, measure, control, dispense, and spray fluid and powder materials.
The acquisition supports Graco’s global expansion strategy, according to the company statement. The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions.
In other recent news, Graco Inc. reported its first-quarter 2024 earnings, surpassing analysts’ expectations with an earnings per share of $0.72, compared to the forecasted $0.67. The company also reported revenue of $528 million, slightly above the expected $526.95 million. Despite these positive results, Graco’s stock experienced a minor dip in after-hours trading, reflecting broader market uncertainties. In April 2025, Graco announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share, scheduled to be paid on August 6, 2025. This move underscores the company’s commitment to returning value to shareholders. Additionally, Graco plans to consolidate its Minnesota operations by relocating its Riverside Minneapolis operations to its expanding campuses in the northwest metro area. Wolfe Research maintained its outperform rating on Graco, indicating confidence in the company’s business fundamentals. Furthermore, Graco’s shareholders approved executive pay and elected directors during the recent Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
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