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06/2026

ASTRONOVA INC acquired by ARCLINE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

UNITED STATES Industrial Equipment / Special Machinery / Instrumentation & Measurement EV 300M - 700M USD

Context

Arcline Investment Management has signed a definitive agreement to acquire AstroNova in an all-cash deal worth $29 per share, representing a substantial premium to the company's pre-announcement stock price. The transaction has received unanimous approval from AstroNova's Board of Directors and is expected to result in the company transitioning to private ownership under Arcline upon completion. The acquisition is subject to shareholder approval and customary regulatory approvals, with an anticipated completion date in the third quarter of 2026. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in Arcline's plan to build a diversified portfolio of specialized industrial and technology companies. AstroNova has been identified as a key player in niche markets that require advanced traceability, industrial printing, and data management solutions. The company's presence in the aerospace and defense sectors also presents attractive growth opportunities, driven by the increasing demand for data collection, processing, and identification solutions in these industries. By taking AstroNova private, Arcline aims to provide the company with the flexibility to execute its growth strategy without the constraints of public market pressures. Arcline plans to support AstroNova's expansion through strategic investments in technology, product innovation, and potential bolt-on acquisitions. This approach is designed to reinforce AstroNova's market position while expanding its footprint in high-growth industrial segments, ultimately driving long-term value creation.

ASTRONOVA INC, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.6x).

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Target

AstroNova is a US-based technology company specializing in identification, labeling, industrial printing, and critical data acquisition solutions. Headquartered in West Warwick, Rhode Island, the company designs, manufactures, and markets equipment, software, and consumables for demanding environments where traceability, data reliability, and regulatory compliance are paramount. With an international presence, AstroNova serves a diverse industrial customer base operating in sectors such as aerospace, defense, manufacturing, electronics, packaging, and logistics. The company's operations are organized around two primary divisions. The first focuses on product identification solutions, comprising digital printing systems, color labeling equipment, label design software, and associated consumables. These solutions enable industrial customers to produce labels, markings, and identifiers for product traceability, regulatory compliance, and logistics management. AstroNova has particular expertise in applications requiring high-quality, on-demand printing and extensive customization. The second division is geared towards the aerospace and defense markets, providing embedded printing systems, avionics equipment, and data acquisition and recording solutions for use in critical environments. These technologies facilitate the collection, analysis, and dissemination of operational data for testing, monitoring, and maintenance applications. By offering these solutions, AstroNova has established a recognized position in specialized segments characterized by high performance and reliability requirements.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M USD

Revenue range: 100M - 200M USD

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M USD

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Target: astronova inc

Acquirer: arcline investment management