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Sterling Announces Acquisition of Stone Ridge Contracting, LLC.

Sterling (NasdaqGS: STRL) closed the acquisition of Stone Ridge Contracting, a Pocatello, Idaho-based site development contractor that will join Sterling's E-Infrastructure Solutions segment.

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Sterling (NasdaqGS: STRL) closed the acquisition of Stone Ridge Contracting, a Pocatello, Idaho-based site development contractor that will join Sterling's E-Infrastructure Solutions segment.

Stone Ridge is expected to generate 2026 revenue of $180–$200 million with mid-teens EBITDA margins, expanding Sterling's footprint across the Pacific Northwest and Texas.

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Positive

  • Acquisition adds $180–$200 million expected 2026 revenue with mid-teens EBITDA margins
  • Expands E-Infrastructure geographic footprint across Idaho, Oregon, North Dakota, Washington, and Texas
  • Upfront consideration within Sterling's typical purchase price multiple range for site development assets
  • Leadership team of Stone Ridge remains in place following the transaction

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  • Upfront purchase price includes Sterling common stock, implying potential shareholder dilution
  • Future earn-out contingent on EBITDA targets may create additional long-term payment obligations
Argus Jun 9 session
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News Market Reaction – STRL

On Jun 9, the day this news came out, STRL closed 5.59% below the previous close.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Jun 9 session.

Key Figures

Stone Ridge 2026 revenue: $180–200 million EBITDA margins: Mid-teens Earn-out period end: December 31, 2031
Stone Ridge 2026 revenue
$180–200 million
Expected full-year 2026 revenue contribution from Stone Ridge
EBITDA margins
Mid-teens
Expected 2026 EBITDA margins for Stone Ridge
Earn-out period end
December 31, 2031
Deadline to meet EBITDA targets for Stone Ridge earn-out opportunity

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Key Terms

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"Stone Ridge is expected to generate full-year 2026 revenue... and EBITDA margins in the mid-teens"
EBITDA stands for earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. It measures a company's profitability by focusing on the money it makes from its core operations, ignoring expenses like taxes and accounting adjustments. Investors use EBITDA to compare how well different companies are performing financially, as it provides a clearer picture of operational success without the influence of financial structure or accounting choices.
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"Additionally, Stone Ridge has an earn out opportunity, contingent upon meeting certain EBITDA targets"
An earn-out is a portion of the purchase price in a business sale that is paid later only if the acquired business hits agreed future targets, such as sales, profit, or specific milestones. It matters to investors because it shifts risk between buyer and seller—buyers pay less up front and sellers can earn more if performance is strong—so earn-outs affect expected future cash flows, the reliability of the deal’s valuation, and how quickly value from the acquisition may materialize.

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Acquisition Expands Sterling's E-Infrastructure Site Development Services Into the Pacific Northwest

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (NasdaqGS: STRL) ("Sterling" or "the Company") today announced that it has closed on the acquisition of Stone Ridge Contracting, LLC. (Stone Ridge), a Pocatello, Idaho-based site development contractor. Stone Ridge will join Sterling's E-Infrastructure Solutions segment.

(PRNewsfoto/Sterling Infrastructure, Inc.)

Stone Ridge is a leading, non-union contractor delivering heavy civil, concrete, and construction management services across high-growth sectors including data centers, mining, and industrial infrastructure. The transaction strengthens Sterling's E-Infrastructure geographic footprint across the Pacific Northwest and Texas, which have been key focus areas for strategic geographic expansion. The Stone Ridge service area includes Idaho, Oregon, North Dakota, Washington, and Texas.

Stone Ridge is expected to generate full-year 2026 revenue in the range of $180 million to $200 million and EBITDA margins in the mid-teens, consistent with well-run site development contractors of similar scale. Sterling plans to update its full year 2026 financial guidance to reflect the partial year contribution from Stone Ridge at the time of its second quarter 2026 financial report.

The purchase price multiple paid for Stone Ridge is within Sterling's typical range for site development assets. The upfront purchase price consists of a combination of cash and Sterling common stock. Additionally, Stone Ridge has an earn out opportunity, contingent upon meeting certain EBITDA targets on or before December 31, 2031.

Management Commentary

"We are excited to welcome Stone Ridge to the Sterling family. The team at Stone Ridge has built an exceptional company through a relentless focus on customers, operational excellence, and entrepreneurial leadership," stated Joe Cutillo, Sterling's Chief Executive Officer. "Just as important, they share Sterling's culture and long-term approach to creating value. We are pleased that the leadership team will remain in place following the transaction to guide the business through its next chapter of growth."

"This acquisition strengthens our ability to serve existing customers across a broader geographic footprint while also adding new, attractive end markets and customer relationships," continued Mr. Cutillo. "Further, we believe that by leveraging Sterling's broad platform and financial resources, there is a compelling opportunity to accelerate growth and drive margin expansion at Stone Ridge. We look forward to building on the strong foundation already in place and capitalizing on the significant opportunities ahead."

About Sterling

Sterling Infrastructure, Inc., ("Sterling," "the Company," "we," "our" or "us") operates through a variety of subsidiaries within three segments specializing in E-Infrastructure, Transportation and Building Solutions in the United States, primarily across the Southern, Northeastern, Mid-Atlantic and Rocky Mountain regions and the Pacific Islands. E-Infrastructure Solutions provides advanced, large-scale site development services and mission-critical electrical services for data centers, semiconductor fabrication, manufacturing, distribution centers, warehousing, power generation and more. Transportation Solutions includes infrastructure and rehabilitation projects for highways, roads, bridges, airports, ports, rail and storm drainage systems. Building Solutions includes residential and commercial concrete foundations for single-family and multi-family homes, parking structures, elevated slabs, other concrete work, plumbing services, and surveys for new single-family residential builds. From strategy to operations, we are committed to sustainability by operating responsibly to safeguard and improve society's quality of life. Caring for our people and our communities, our customers and our investors – that is The Sterling Way.

Joe Cutillo, CEO, "We build and service the infrastructure that enables our economy to run,
our people to move and our country to grow."

Company Contact:
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc.
Noelle Dilts, VP of Investor Relations and Corporate Strategy
281-214-0795
Noelle.Dilts@strlco.com

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What did Sterling (STRL) announce about acquiring Stone Ridge Contracting on June 9, 2026?

Sterling announced it closed the acquisition of Stone Ridge Contracting, a site development contractor joining its E-Infrastructure Solutions segment. According to Sterling, the deal expands services in high-growth sectors like data centers, mining, and industrial infrastructure across the Pacific Northwest and Texas.

How much revenue is Stone Ridge Contracting expected to add to Sterling (STRL) in 2026?

Stone Ridge is expected to generate full-year 2026 revenue between $180 million and $200 million. According to Sterling, Stone Ridge is also anticipated to deliver EBITDA margins in the mid-teens, consistent with well-run site development contractors of similar scale.

How will the Stone Ridge acquisition affect Sterling (STRL) E-Infrastructure footprint?

The acquisition broadens Sterling's E-Infrastructure geographic reach across the Pacific Northwest and Texas. According to Sterling, Stone Ridge serves Idaho, Oregon, North Dakota, Washington, and Texas, enhancing the company’s ability to support data center, mining, and industrial infrastructure customers in these regions.

What are the key financial terms of Sterling (STRL) purchase of Stone Ridge Contracting?

The purchase price multiple is within Sterling's typical range for site development assets. According to Sterling, the upfront consideration combines cash and Sterling common stock, plus an earn-out opportunity tied to EBITDA targets through December 31, 2031.

Will Sterling (STRL) update its 2026 guidance after the Stone Ridge acquisition?

Sterling plans to update its full-year 2026 financial guidance to include Stone Ridge’s partial-year contribution. According to Sterling, this updated outlook will be provided with the company’s second quarter 2026 financial report, reflecting the acquired operations.

What strategic benefits does Sterling (STRL) expect from acquiring Stone Ridge Contracting?

Sterling expects stronger service to existing customers and access to new end markets and relationships. According to Sterling, management sees opportunities to use the broader platform and financial resources to accelerate Stone Ridge’s growth and pursue potential margin expansion over time.

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