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Industrial Machinery/Components
AcquisitionsAug 4, 2026, 02:46 PM

AMETEK to Acquire Indicor Instrumentation for $5.0B

AI Summary

AMETEK, Inc. announced a definitive agreement to acquire Indicor Instrumentation for approximately $5.0 billion, with the transaction expected to close in the second half of 2026. This strategic acquisition will be funded by new credit facilities, including a $3.5 billion Revolving Credit Agreement and a $4.0 billion Term Loan Agreement. The company reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2026, with net sales increasing 15.1% to $2.04 billion and diluted earnings per share rising 14.2% to $1.77, reflecting robust performance across both its Electronic Instruments Group and Electromechanical Group segments.

Key Highlights

  • AMETEK to acquire Indicor Instrumentation for approximately $5.0 billion, expected to close in H2 2026.
  • Net sales for Q2 2026 increased 15.1% to $2.04 billion from $1.78 billion in Q2 2025.
  • Diluted EPS for Q2 2026 rose 14.2% to $1.77 from $1.55 in Q2 2025.
  • Operating income for Q2 2026 grew 14.4% to $528.2 million from $461.6 million in Q2 2025.
  • Secured new $3.5 billion Revolving Credit Agreement and up to $4.0 billion Term Loan Agreement to fund Indicor acquisition.
  • Electronic Instruments Group (EIG) net sales for Q2 2026 were $1.32 billion, up 13.9% YoY.
  • Electromechanical Group (EMG) net sales for Q2 2026 were $723.2 million, up 16.9% YoY.
  • Cash provided by operating activities for H1 2026 increased 20.4% to $935.2 million.