WillScot Holdings receives acquisition interest from private equity firms; shares rise
2025.01.21 08:20
Investing.com — WillScot (NASDAQ:) Holdings, a prominent player in the industry, has reportedly caught the attention of several private equity firms interested in a potential acquisition.
The news comes from Semafor, who cited anonymous sources familiar with the matter.
Despite the interest, the sources clarified that WillScot has not initiated any formal sales procedures. In addition, one of the private equity firms has reportedly enlisted the assistance of bankers to facilitate a possible bid, according to one individual who spoke to Semafor.
When reached for comment, WillScot declined to provide any statements to Semafor, maintaining its silence on the matter.
In response to the news, WillScot’s stock value has seen a rise, with shares up by 5.2% in premarket trading.
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