Luxfer Holdings PLC to be Acquired by Platinum Equity for $827M
Ticker: LXFR · Form: 8-K · Filed: Jul 10, 2025 · CIK: 1096056
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Luxfer Holdings PLC (LXFR) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Jul 10, 2025 |
| Risk Level | medium |
| Sentiment | bullish |
Sentiment: bullish
Topics: acquisition, private-equity, going-private
Related Tickers: LXFR
TL;DR
Luxfer is going private! Platinum Equity is buying it for $827M ($10.80/share cash). Deal expected Q4 2025.
AI Summary
Luxfer Holdings PLC announced on July 7, 2025, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC. The transaction is valued at approximately $827 million, with shareholders to receive $10.80 per share in cash. The acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.
Why It Matters
This acquisition by Platinum Equity signifies a major change in ownership for Luxfer Holdings PLC, potentially leading to strategic shifts and operational changes under new private equity control.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — The deal is subject to customary closing conditions, and there's always a risk of regulatory hurdles or financing issues preventing the acquisition from closing.
Key Numbers
- $827M — Transaction Value (Total amount Platinum Equity is paying for Luxfer Holdings PLC.)
- $10.80 — Per Share Price (Cash amount each Luxfer shareholder will receive.)
- Q4 2025 — Expected Closing (Anticipated timeframe for the acquisition to be finalized.)
Key Players & Entities
- Luxfer Holdings PLC (company) — Company being acquired
- Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC (company) — Acquiring entity
- $827 million (dollar_amount) — Total transaction value
- $10.80 (dollar_amount) — Per share acquisition price
- July 7, 2025 (date) — Date of agreement
- fourth quarter of 2025 (date) — Expected closing period
FAQ
What is the total value of the acquisition agreement between Luxfer Holdings PLC and Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC?
The acquisition agreement is valued at approximately $827 million.
What price per share will Luxfer Holdings PLC shareholders receive in the acquisition?
Shareholders will receive $10.80 per share in cash.
Who is acquiring Luxfer Holdings PLC?
An affiliate of Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC is acquiring Luxfer Holdings PLC.
When is the acquisition of Luxfer Holdings PLC expected to close?
The acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025.
What is the filing date of this 8-K report?
The filing date of this 8-K report is July 10, 2025, reporting an event on July 7, 2025.
Filing Details
This Form 8-K (Form 8-K) was filed with the SEC on July 10, 2025 regarding LUXFER HOLDINGS PLC (LXFR).