Canadian multinational corporation Linamar (TSX:LNR) has completed its acquisition of Mobex, a prominent automotive components supplier. The transaction involved Linamar Structures USA Inc., a subsidiary of Linamar, purchasing a considerable portion of Mobex Fourth and 1, LLC's US assets for $64 million. These assets include manufacturing operations for propulsion-agnostic chassis and suspension modules and components.
The acquired assets will be integrated into Linamar's expanding Structures Group. This acquisition marks the second strategic move by Linamar in 2023 and is expected to push the annual sales of the Structures Group over the $1 billion mark.
CEO Linda Hasenfratz underscored the significance of an electrified and propulsion-agnostic portfolio in Structural & Chassis products. This focus comes on the heels of their acquisition of three electric vehicle (EV) battery enclosures facilities from Dura-Shiloh earlier this year.
Linamar’s portfolio is further strengthened by its key divisions such as eLIN Product Solutions Group and Linamar MedTech. Other divisions like Skyjack, MacDon, and Salford cater to a variety of industry needs, while McLaren Engineering provides design, development, and testing services for the Mobility segment.
Operating across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific regions, Linamar generated sales surpassing $7.9 billion in 2022. The company is split into two operating segments – the Industrial segment and the Mobility segment – and employs over 31,000 people globally.
Plans are already underway for immediate integration activities to optimize business operations and better cater to key customer needs following the Mobex acquisition.
InvestingPro Insights
As Linamar continues to expand its operations through strategic acquisitions, it's worth noting some key insights from InvestingPro. The company has shown a promising trend of accelerating revenue growth, with a 29.75% increase in the last twelve months as of Q2 2023. It also trades at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth (8.26), indicating potential undervaluation.
InvestingPro Tips suggest that Linamar's strong earnings should allow management to continue dividend payments, a trend they have maintained for 29 consecutive years. Furthermore, the company operates with a moderate level of debt and its liquid assets exceed short term obligations, suggesting a sound financial health.
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