Herc issues first results since H&E acquisition
Herc Rentals has reported its first quarterly results since finalising the acquisition of H&E Equipment at the start of June, with revenues for the three months to 30 June up 18.2% to US$1 billion and EBITDA profits up 12.8% to $406 million. These figures include one month of contributions from H&E, but pro forma revenues […]
Home Depot expands product distribution with $5.5bn deal
The Home Depot in the US is to acquire building products distributor GMS Inc for US$5.5 billion, including net debt. The deal is being made through Home Depot’s trade subsidiary SRS Distribution and will further expand its position supplying building products to professional customers. SRS, which was acquired by Home Depot in 2024, has 800 […]