KKR Acquires Chase Corporation for $1.3 Billion
November 15, 2023
KKR, through an affiliate of investment funds, agreed to acquire Chase Corporation for $127.50 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.3 billion (including assumed debt). The deal is focused on supporting Chase’s growth and innovation, including an employee equity ownership program after close. The acquisition was successfully completed, and Chase common stock ceased trading on the NYSE American.
- Buyers
- KKR (affiliate of investment funds managed by KKR)
- Targets
- Chase Corporation
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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