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UK's Rosebank Industries raises $1.55 billion for US-based ECI's acquisition

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Posted on June 6, 2025

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(Reuters) -British investment firm Rosebank Industries on Friday said it will raise about 1.14 billion pounds ($1.55 billion) to finance the acquisition of U.S.-based Electrical Components

Rosebank Industries Secures $1.55 Billion for ECI Acquisition

(Reuters) -British investment firm Rosebank Industries on Friday said it will raise about 1.14 billion pounds ($1.55 billion) to finance the acquisition of U.S.-based Electrical Components International.

Rosebank, which focuses on acquiring, enhancing and eventually selling businesses, had restarted talks to buy ECI earlier this week for under $1.9 billion.

The British company finalised the deal value at less than $1.9 billion on Friday, which will be financed through debt facilities and a fully underwritten institutional capital raise at 3 pounds apiece.

($1 = 0.7373 pounds)

(Reporting by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru; Editing by Mrigank Dhaniwala)

Key Takeaways

  • Rosebank Industries is acquiring Electrical Components International.
  • The acquisition is valued at less than $1.9 billion.
  • Funding includes debt facilities and capital raise.
  • Rosebank focuses on acquiring and enhancing businesses.
  • The deal was finalized with a capital raise at 3 pounds per share.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Rosebank Industries raising for the acquisition?
Rosebank Industries is raising approximately 1.14 billion pounds, which is equivalent to $1.55 billion, to finance the acquisition.
What is the acquisition target for Rosebank Industries?
Rosebank Industries is targeting the acquisition of U.S.-based Electrical Components International (ECI).
What is the finalized deal value for the acquisition?
The finalized deal value for the acquisition is less than $1.9 billion.
How will Rosebank finance the acquisition?
The acquisition will be financed through debt facilities and a fully underwritten institutional capital raise at 3 pounds per share.
Who reported on this acquisition deal?
The acquisition deal was reported by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru, with editing by Mrigank Dhaniwala.

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