XPEL Acquires Assets of Its Exclusive China Distributor
September 11, 2025
XPEL, Inc. acquired the assets of its exclusive distributor in China, resulting in a 76% ownership interest in the operating entity. The acquired business has approximately $45–50 million in annual revenue and is expected to add about $13–18 million of pro‑forma revenue; the purchase was funded with cash, deferred payments and contingent consideration to accelerate XPEL's direct go‑to‑market strategy in China and pursue OEM/4S opportunities.
- Buyers
- XPEL, Inc.
- Targets
- Exclusive distributor of XPEL's products in China (name undisclosed)
- Industry
- Automotive
- Location
- China
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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