A.O. Smith acquires Pureit from Unilever for ~$120M

Water heater and boiler manufacturer A.O. Smith completed its acquisition of Pureit, a former Unilever water-purification business, for approximately $120 million. The deal represents a carve-out/divestiture by Unilever.

“Water heater and boiler manufacturer A.O. Smith Corp. has completed its acquisition of Pureit, a former Unilever PLC business, at a purchase price of approximately $120 million, subject to customary adjustments.”

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