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Home Depot is buying GMS for about $4.3 billion as retailer chases more home pros

Jun 30, 2025, 9:49 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The acquisition by Home Depot is a strategic move to enhance market share and capitalize on contractor sales. Historical examples show similar acquisitions often lead to increased stock performance for the acquired company.

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Home Depot is acquiring GMS for approximately $4.3 billion. SRS Distribution will buy all GMS shares at $110 each. GMS shares surged over 11% following the acquisition news. Home Depot expects to complete the acquisition by early 2026. The acquisition ends a potential bidding war with Brad Jacobs.

  • Home Depot is acquiring GMS for approximately $4.3 billion.
  • SRS Distribution will buy all GMS shares at $110 each.
  • GMS shares surged over 11% following the acquisition news.
  • Home Depot expects to complete the acquisition by early 2026.
  • The acquisition ends a potential bidding war with Brad Jacobs.

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