ESCO Closes $2.3B Megger Acquisition with $922M Cash and 5.1M Shares
ESE sits 42% above its 52-week low of $193.68.
Summary
ESCO Technologies closed its $2.3B acquisition of Megger Group, paying $922M cash and 5.1M shares, financed by a new $1.5B credit facility. TBG AG gains board representation and a 12-month lockup on its shares.
Key Events · M&A and Partnerships · ESE
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Megger Acquisition Closed
ESCO completed its purchase of Megger Group Limited on October 1, 2026, paying approximately $2.3 billion — $922 million in cash and 5.10 million shares of common stock to seller TBG AG, subject to a post-closing net debt and working capital adjustment.
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Financing Structure
A new $1.5 billion senior secured credit facility (Term Loan A, Term Loan B, and Revolving Credit Facility) became effective at closing, with approximately $1.0 billion drawn to fund the cash portion, refinance existing debt, and pay transaction costs. The prior credit agreement was terminated.
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Shareholder Agreement Terms
TBG AG received the right to designate one board member, a 12-month transfer restriction on its 5.1M consideration shares (50% released at six months), a 24.5% ownership standstill, and customary registration, preemptive, and information rights.
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Board Expansion
The board was expanded from eight to nine members, with Jeremy P. Abson elected as an independent Class III director (term to 2029) and Mr. Khilnani reclassified to Class I (term to 2027).
Analysis · ESE · Manufacturing
ESCO Technologies completed its $2.3 billion acquisition of Megger Group Limited, paying $922 million in cash and issuing 5.10 million shares of common stock to seller TBG AG. The deal was financed through a new $1.5 billion senior secured credit facility, with approximately $1.0 billion drawn at closing. The transaction transforms ESCO's scale in electrical test and measurement, adding a global leader to its portfolio. The stock consideration represents meaningful but not extreme dilution for existing holders, while the new debt load introduces leverage that will require disciplined integration and cash flow management. The Shareholder Agreement gives TBG AG board representation and imposes a 12-month lockup on the consideration shares, with 50% released after six months — a structure that limits near-term selling pressure but creates a future overhang.
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At the time of this filing, ESE was trading at $274.95 on NYSE in the Manufacturing sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $7.1B. The 52-week trading range was $193.68 to $362.15. This filing was assessed with neutral market sentiment and an importance score of 8 out of 10.