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Genuine Parts Company reports recurring developments as a global service provider of automotive and industrial replacement parts and value-added solutions. Company news centers on operating and financial results, comparable sales trends, acquisition effects, segment performance and earnings outlooks across the North America Automotive Parts Group, International Automotive Parts Group and Industrial Parts Group.
GPC updates also cover regular cash dividend declarations, capital actions, investor conference participation, board leadership and governance matters. Its automotive operations span North America, Europe and Australasia, while its industrial parts business serves maintenance, repair and original equipment manufacturing customers in North America and Australasia.
Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) announced the pricing of $1 billion in senior notes, comprising $500 million of 1.750% notes due 2025 and $500 million of 2.750% notes due 2032. The offering is set to settle on January 10, 2022, pending customary closing conditions. Proceeds will be used to repay a portion of the debt from GPC's recent acquisition of Kaman Distribution Group. The notes are offered under the company's shelf registration statement with the SEC, initially filed on October 23, 2020.
Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) announced the completion of its acquisition of Kaman Distribution Group (KDG) for approximately $1.3 billion in cash, effective January 3, 2022. KDG is a leading distributor in power transmission and automation, serving over 50,000 customers across the U.S. The deal is expected to enhance GPC's industrial solutions portfolio and drive significant opportunities for growth and customer service. GPC continues to operate through its subsidiary, Motion Industries, which has over 600 locations and annual sales exceeding $6 billion.
Littlejohn & Co. has signed a definitive agreement to sell Kaman Distribution Group (KDG) to Motion Industries, a subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC), for $1.3 billion in cash. KDG specializes in distributing highly engineered products across various markets, operating approximately 220 branches in North America. Since its acquisition in August 2019, KDG improved operational excellence and margin through strategic initiatives. The management team expresses excitement about partnering with Motion to enhance service for customers and suppliers.
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) announced a definitive agreement for its subsidiary Motion Industries to acquire Kaman Distribution Group (KDG) for approximately $1.3 billion. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2022. KDG, a distributor of industrial products, is projected to generate $1.1 billion in revenue in 2022. The acquisition aims to create synergies of over $50 million annually and is expected to enhance GPC's market position and profitability, with the deal anticipated to be accretive to adjusted earnings in the first year.
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.815 per share on November 15, 2021. The dividend will be payable on January 4, 2022, to shareholders of record as of December 3, 2021. With revenues of $16.5 billion in 2020, GPC continues to distribute automotive and industrial replacement parts globally from a network of over 10,000 locations across 15 countries. This ongoing dividend underscores the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders.
Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) reported third quarter sales of $4.8 billion, a 10.3% increase year-over-year, driven by strong growth in automotive and industrial segments. Net income from continuing operations was $228.6 million, with adjusted net income rising 14% to $270.5 million. The firm improved its balance sheet with $1.0 billion in cash flow and returned $633.2 million to shareholders. The company updated its 2021 sales growth outlook to 12%-13%, signaling confidence amidst ongoing market recovery.
Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) announced the release date for its Third Quarter Earnings on October 21, 2021, followed by a conference call at 11:00 a.m. ET. Investors can access the earnings webcast and supplemental materials via the Company's investor relations website. A replay will be available after the call. In 2020, GPC reported revenues of $16.5 billion, showcasing its presence in automotive and industrial replacement parts distribution across multiple countries.
Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) will conduct a webcast on September 15, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET, focusing on its industrial business. This session will provide in-depth insights into the company’s operations. Interested participants can access the live webcast through the Company's investor relations website, where a replay will also be available afterward. Founded in 1928, Genuine Parts Company operates in over 15 countries with more than 10,000 locations and reported $16.5 billion in revenues for 2020.
On August 16, 2021, Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) announced the appointment of Kristy G. Whitehurst as Vice President of Employee Benefits. Having served the company for 14 years, she will now lead its employee benefits programs. Additionally, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.815 per share, payable on October 1, 2021, to shareholders recorded by September 3, 2021.
Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) announced its leadership team will participate in two virtual investor conferences in August 2021. The presentations include the Jefferies Industrials Conference on August 3 at 2:00 p.m. ET, and the Raymond James Diversified Industrials Conference on August 24 at 8:40 a.m. ET. Interested parties can view live webcasts and access replays on the company's investor relations website. With a long history since 1928, Genuine Parts Company generated revenues of $16.5 billion in 2020, serving customers globally across various markets.