Vertiv (VRT) acquires Great Lakes for USD 200 million – a strategic move for the AI infrastructure boom!
Vertiv positions itself with this acquisition as a complete provider for the exploding AI infrastructure demand, thereby securing higher margins!
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I see this acquisition as a well-thought-out strategic move by Vertiv. By acquiring Great Lakes for $200 million, the company secures a leading position in the highly profitable segment of AI-Ready Rack solutions. The purchase price corresponds to about 11.5x expected 2026 EBITDA, which seems reasonable considering the enormous synergies and cross-selling opportunities. What particularly reassures me in this case is the vertical integration: Vertiv can now offer complete end-to-end solutions – from cooling to power supply to customized racks....
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