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Danaher (NYSE: DHR) to buy Masimo (NASDAQ: MASI) in $9.9B cash acquisition

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Danaher Corporation has agreed to acquire Masimo Corporation, a specialty diagnostics and patient monitoring company, in an all-cash deal. Danaher will pay $180 per Masimo share, implying a total enterprise value of about $9.9 billion including assumed debt and net of acquired cash.

The price represents roughly an 18x multiple of Masimo’s estimated 2027 EBITDA, or about 15x when including the full benefit of expected annual synergies. Masimo is expected to generate more than $530 million of EBITDA in 2027, with over $125 million in annual cost synergies and more than $50 million in annual revenue synergies by the fifth full year after closing.

Danaher expects the deal to add $0.15–$0.20 to adjusted diluted EPS in the first full year and about $0.70 by the fifth year. Masimo will operate as a standalone business within Danaher’s Diagnostics segment. The transaction is anticipated to close in the second half of 2026, funded with cash on hand and new debt, and remains subject to Masimo stockholder approval and customary regulatory clearances, including U.S. and non-U.S. antitrust and foreign investment reviews.

Positive

  • Strategic, earnings-accretive acquisition: Danaher plans to acquire Masimo for approximately $9.9 billion enterprise value, targeting more than $125 million in annual cost synergies, over $50 million in annual revenue synergies, and adjusted EPS accretion of $0.15–$0.20 in the first full year and about $0.70 by the fifth year.

Negative

  • None.

Insights

Danaher plans a $9.9 billion cash acquisition of Masimo, adding scale in diagnostics with quantified synergy and EPS accretion targets.

Danaher is pursuing a definitive agreement to acquire Masimo for $180 per share in cash, implying about $9.9 billion in enterprise value. Masimo will sit within Danaher’s Diagnostics segment, complementing platforms like Radiometer and Beckman Coulter Diagnostics.

The companies cite an 18x multiple of estimated 2027 EBITDA, or 15x including synergies, with Masimo anticipated to deliver more than $530 million of EBITDA in 2027. Danaher targets over $125 million of annual cost synergies and more than $50 million of annual revenue synergies by the fifth full year.

Management expects the deal to be accretive to adjusted diluted EPS by $0.15–$0.20 in the first full year and about $0.70 in year five, funded with cash and debt. Completion, anticipated in the second half of 2026, depends on Masimo shareholder approval and multiple antitrust and foreign investment clearances, so regulatory outcomes and timing will drive whether these targets are ultimately realized.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 8-K

 

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 16, 2026

 

 

 

LOGO

DANAHER CORPORATION

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

 

 

 

Delaware   001-08089   59-1995548

(State or Other Jurisdiction

Of Incorporation)

 

(Commission

File Number)

 

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification Number)

 

2200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.,    
Suite 800W    
Washington, DC     20037-1701
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)     (Zip Code)

202-828-0850

(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

Not applicable

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

 

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

 

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class

 

Trading

Symbol(s)

 

Name of each exchange

on which registered

Common stock, $0.01 par value   DHR   New York Stock Exchange
0.200% Senior Notes due 2026   DHR/26   New York Stock Exchange
2.100% Senior Notes due 2026   DHR 26   New York Stock Exchange
1.200% Senior Notes due 2027   DHR/27   New York Stock Exchange
0.450% Senior Notes due 2028   DHR/28   New York Stock Exchange
2.500% Senior Notes due 2030   DHR 30   New York Stock Exchange
0.750% Senior Notes due 2031   DHR/31   New York Stock Exchange
1.350% Senior Notes due 2039   DHR/39   New York Stock Exchange
1.800% Senior Notes due 2049   DHR/49   New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR §230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2).

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ITEM 8.01

OTHER EVENTS

On February 17, 2026, Danaher Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing entry into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”), dated February 16, 2026, by and among the Company, Masimo Corporation, a Delaware corporation (“Masimo”) and Mobius Merger Sub, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Company (“Merger Sub”). Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, and upon the terms and conditions set forth therein: (i) the Company has agreed to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Masimo’s common stock for $180.00 per share, in cash, without interest and (ii) at the effective time, Merger Sub will merge with and into Masimo (the “Merger”), with Masimo continuing as the surviving corporation and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company (the “Transaction”). The consummation of the Merger is subject to certain customary conditions, including the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, and the receipt of certain non-U.S. antitrust and foreign direct investment approvals. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference herein.

Important Information and Where to Find It

In connection with the proposed transaction (the “Transaction”), Masimo and Danaher intend to file relevant materials with the SEC, including Masimo’s proxy statement in preliminary and definitive form. Masimo will mail the definitive proxy statement and a proxy card to its stockholders in advance of the stockholders meeting in connection with the Transaction. This communication is not a substitute for the proxy statement or any other document that may be filed by Masimo with the SEC. INVESTORS AND STOCKHOLDERS OF MASIMO ARE URGED TO READ ALL RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED BY EACH OF DANAHER AND MASIMO WITH THE SEC IN CONNECTION WITH THE TRANSACTION OR INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE THEREIN, INCLUDING MASIMO’S PROXY STATEMENT (WHEN THEY ARE AVAILABLE), BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN OR WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT MASIMO, DANAHER, AND THE TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS. Investors and stockholders are or will be able to obtain these documents (when they are available) free of charge from the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Danaher and Masimo make available free of charge at the Danaher website at https://investors.danaher.com/sec-filings and Masimo’s website at https://investor.masimo.com/overview/, respectively, copies of documents they file with, or furnish to, the SEC. The contents of the websites referenced above will not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into the proxy statement.

Participants in the Solicitation

This communication does not constitute a solicitation of a proxy. Masimo, Danaher and their respective directors, executive officers and other members of management and employees, under SEC rules, may be deemed to be “participants” in the solicitation of proxies from stockholders of Masimo in favor of the Transaction. Information about Masimo’s directors and executive officers is set forth in Masimo’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A for its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025, including under the headings entitled “Our Board of Directors”, “Our Executive Officers”, “Executive Compensation”, “Ownership of our Stock”, “Proposal 1: To Elect Three Class II and Two Class III Directors as Named in our Proxy Statement”, “Proposal 3: To Provide an Advisory Vote to Approve the Compensation of our Named Executive Officers”, and “Transactions with Related Persons, Promoters and Certain Control Persons”, and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000937556/000110465925027887/tm259245-2_def14a.htm, and Masimo’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 12, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000937556/000093755625000091/masi-20250606.htm, and Masimo’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000937556/000093755625000127/masi-20250818.htm. Information about Danaher’s directors and executive officers is set forth in Danaher’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, which was filed with the SEC on February 20, 2025 under the heading entitled “Information About Our Executive Officers”, and which is available at:

 


https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000043/dhr-20241231.htm, and Danaher’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A for its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025, including under the headings entitled “Board of Directors and Committees of the Board,” “2024 Annual Executive Compensation,” “Beneficial Ownership of Danaher Common Stock by Directors, Officers and Principal Shareholders,” “Proposal 1 - Election of Directors,” “Proposal 3 - Advisory Vote on Named Executive Officer Compensation,” and “Certain Relationships and Related Transactions,” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000081/dhr-20250326.htm, and Danaher’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 24, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000155/dhr-20250721.htm, and Danaher’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 31, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000172/dhr-20250728.htm, and Danaher’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on November 6, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000198/dhr-20251106.htm, and Danaher’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 5, 2026, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361626000058/dhr-20260205.htm. To the extent holdings of Masimo’s securities by its directors or executive officers have changed since the amounts set forth in such 2025 proxy statement, such changes have been or will be reflected on Initial Statements of Beneficial Ownership on Form 3 or Statements of Change in Ownership on Form 4 filed with the SEC, which are available at https://www.sec.gov/edgar/browse/?CIK=937556&owner=exclude. Additional information concerning the interests of Masimo’s participants in the solicitation, which may, in some cases, be different than those of Masimo’s stockholders generally, will be set forth in Masimo’s proxy statement relating to the Transaction when it becomes available.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this communication that address activities, events or developments that we expect, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements, including, in particular, statements about the expected timing, completion and effects or benefits of the Transaction. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and beliefs and are subject to uncertainties and factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control and could cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those described in the forward-looking statements. These risks include, but are not limited to: (i) uncertainties as to the timing of the Transaction; (ii) the risk that the Transaction may not be completed on the anticipated terms in a timely manner or at all; (iii) the failure to satisfy any of the conditions to the consummation of the Transaction, including receiving, on a timely basis or otherwise, the required approval of the Transaction by Masimo’s stockholders; (iv) the possibility that competing offers or acquisition proposals for Masimo will be made; (v) the possibility that any or all of the various conditions to the consummation of the Transaction may not be satisfied or waived, including the failure to receive any required regulatory approvals from any applicable governmental entities (or any conditions, limitations or restrictions placed on such approvals); (vi) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement, including in circumstances which would require Masimo to pay a termination fee; (vii) the effect of the announcement or pendency of the transactions contemplated by the merger agreement on Masimo’s or Danaher’s ability to retain and hire key personnel, their ability to maintain relationships with their customers, suppliers and others with whom they do business, or their operating results and businesses generally; (viii) risks related to diverting management’s attention from Masimo’s or Danaher’s ongoing business operations; (ix) the risk that stockholder litigation in connection with the transactions contemplated by the merger agreement may result in significant costs of defense, indemnification and liability; (x) certain restrictions during the pendency of the Transaction that may impact Masimo’s or Danaher’s ability to pursue certain business opportunities or strategic transactions; (xi) the risk that any announcements relating to the Transaction could have adverse effects on

 


the market price of Masimo’s or Danaher’s common stock, including if the proposed transaction is not consummated; (xii) risks that the benefits of the Transaction are not realized when and as expected; (xiii) legislative, regulatory and economic developments; and (xiv) other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” sections of Masimo’s and Danaher’s most recent periodic and current reports filed with the SEC, all of which you may obtain for free on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in our forward-looking statements are reasonable, we do not know whether our expectations will prove correct. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, even if subsequently made available by us on our website or otherwise. We do not undertake any obligation to update, amend or clarify these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.

No Offer or Solicitation

This communication is for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute, or form part of, an offer, invitation or the solicitation of an offer or invitation to purchase, otherwise acquire, subscribe for, sell or otherwise dispose of any securities, or the solicitation of any vote or approval in any jurisdiction, pursuant to the proposed transaction or otherwise, nor shall there be any sale, issuance or transfer of securities in any jurisdiction in contravention of applicable law.

 

ITEM 9.01

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d) Exhibits:

 

Exhibit No.   

Description

99.1    Press Release, dated February 17, 2026
104    Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within Inline XBRL document)

 


SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

    DANAHER CORPORATION
Date: February 17, 2026     By  

/s/ James F. O’Reilly

      James F. O’Reilly
     

Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and

Secretary; Chief Sustainability Officer

Exhibit 99.1

 

LOGO    Innovation at the speed of life.

 

 

Danaher To Acquire Masimo Corporation

WASHINGTON D.C., February 17, 2026 — Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR), a global science and technology innovator, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Masimo Corporation (NASDAQ: MASI) a leading specialty diagnostics provider of pulse oximetry and other patient monitoring solutions, primarily in acute care settings. Under the terms of the agreement, Danaher will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Masimo common stock for $180 per share in cash, or a total enterprise value of approximately $9.9 billion including assumed indebtedness and net of acquired cash. This represents a transaction multiple of approximately 18x estimated 2027 EBITDA, or 15x 2027 estimated EBITDA including the full benefit of expected annual synergies1.

Rainer M. Blair, President and Chief Executive Officer, Danaher, said: “We are excited to welcome the Masimo team to Danaher. We’ve followed this innovative company for many years and see it as an exceptional strategic fit for Danaher. Masimo is a leader in pulse oximetry and other patient monitoring solutions, which combined with its trusted brand and differentiated technology, will greatly strengthen our diagnostics franchise. With the Danaher Business System and our global scale, we see opportunities to expand Masimo’s reach and continue improving outcomes for patients, particularly those in acute care settings.”

Julie Sawyer Montgomery, Executive Vice President for Diagnostics, Danaher, said: “Masimo’s advanced sensor technology and AI-enabled monitoring bring powerful new capabilities to our diagnostics portfolio. Integrating these strengths into Danaher will create meaningful opportunities to innovate for clinicians and improve decision making in critical settings.”

Upon completion of the transaction, Masimo will be a standalone operating company within Danaher’s Diagnostics segment along with Radiometer, Leica Biosystems, Cepheid and Beckman Coulter Diagnostics. Masimo is expected to be accretive to adjusted diluted net earnings per common share by $0.15 to $0.20 in the first full year and approximately $0.70 in the fifth full year following completion of the acquisition. Masimo is expected to deliver high-single digit core revenue growth over the long-term, accelerating Danaher’s Diagnostics segment core revenue growth profile.

Under Danaher’s ownership, Masimo is expected to generate EBITDA of more than $530 million in 2027. Additionally, Danaher expects to realize more than $125 million of annual cost synergies and more than $50 million of annual revenue synergies by the fifth full year following completion of the acquisition.

The transaction is anticipated to close in the second half of 2026 and is subject to customary conditions, including receipt of applicable regulatory clearances and Masimo shareholder approval. Danaher expects to fund the acquisition using cash on hand and proceeds from debt financing.

Citi acted as financial advisor to Danaher. Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal advisor to Danaher in connection with the Transaction.


Core revenue growth, adjusted diluted net earnings per common share and EBITDA are non-GAAP measures; please see “Non-GAAP Measures” below for additional information.

1 2027 estimated EBITDA including the full benefit of expected annual synergies refers to 2027 estimated EBITDA adjusted to include the full benefit of annual synergies expected to be achieved by the fifth full year following acquisition.

A note containing additional financial and other information relating to Danaher’s anticipated acquisition of Masimo has been posted to the “Investors” section of Danaher’s public website (www.danaher.com).

ABOUT DANAHER

Danaher is a leading global life sciences and diagnostics innovator, committed to accelerating the power of science and technology to improve human health. Our businesses partner closely with customers to solve many of the most important health challenges impacting patients around the world. Danaher’s advanced science and technology - and proven ability to innovate - help enable faster, more accurate diagnoses and help reduce the time and cost needed to sustainably discover, develop and deliver life-changing therapies. Focused on scientific excellence, innovation and continuous improvement, our approximately 60,000 associates worldwide help ensure that Danaher is improving quality of life for billions of people today, while setting the foundation for a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow. Explore more at www.danaher.com.

NON-GAAP MEASURES

This communication contains the non-GAAP financial measures of core revenue growth, adjusted diluted net earnings per common share and EBITDA. Core revenue growth excludes the impact of currency translation and the effect of acquisitions and divested product lines. Adjusted diluted net earnings per common share in this calculation excludes amortization of intangible assets, purchase accounting charges and transaction expenses attributable to the acquisition. EBITDA is defined as earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. The items excluded from these non-GAAP measures have been excluded because they are of a nature and/or size that occur with inconsistent frequency, occur for reasons that may be unrelated to the business’ commercial performance during the particular period and/or we believe that such items may obscure underlying business trends and make comparisons of long-term performance difficult.

Each of these non-GAAP measures should be considered in addition to, and not as a replacement for or superior to, the comparable GAAP measure, and may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies. Management believes that these measures provide useful information to investors by offering additional ways of viewing the results of Danaher and/or the acquired business, as applicable, that, when reconciled to the corresponding GAAP measure, help our investors understand the impact of the acquisition to Danaher’s profitability, growth and future prospects. Management uses these non-GAAP measures to measure Danaher’s operating and financial performance and to assess anticipated operating and financial performance of the acquired business.

Danaher does not reconcile these forecasted non-GAAP measures to their respective, comparable measure prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) because the additional elements that would be reflected in any such GAAP measures (such as the impact of currency exchange rates on profitability, acquisitions, divested product lines, discrete tax adjustments, impairments, gains and losses on investments and the outcome of legal proceedings) are difficult to predict and estimate and are often dependent on future events that may be uncertain or outside of our control. The impact of these additional elements could be material to our results computed in accordance with GAAP.


IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND WHERE TO FIND IT

In connection with the proposed transaction (the “Transaction”), Masimo and Danaher intend to file relevant materials with the SEC, including Masimo’s proxy statement in preliminary and definitive form. Masimo will mail the definitive proxy statement and a proxy card to its stockholders in advance of the stockholders meeting in connection with the Transaction. This communication is not a substitute for the proxy statement or any other document that may be filed by Masimo with the SEC. INVESTORS AND STOCKHOLDERS OF MASIMO ARE URGED TO READ ALL RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED BY EACH OF DANAHER AND MASIMO WITH THE SEC IN CONNECTION WITH THE TRANSACTION OR INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE THEREIN, INCLUDING MASIMO’S PROXY STATEMENT (WHEN THEY ARE AVAILABLE), BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN OR WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT MASIMO, DANAHER, AND THE TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS. Investors and stockholders are or will be able to obtain these documents (when they are available) free of charge from the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Danaher and Masimo make available free of charge at the Danaher website at https://investors.danaher.com/sec-filings and Masimo’s website at https://investor.masimo.com/overview/, respectively, copies of documents they file with, or furnish to, the SEC. The contents of the websites referenced above will not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into the proxy statement.

PARTICIPANTS IN THE SOLICITATION

This communication does not constitute a solicitation of a proxy. Masimo, Danaher and their respective directors, executive officers and other members of management and employees, under SEC rules, may be deemed to be “participants” in the solicitation of proxies from stockholders of Masimo in favor of the Transaction. Information about Masimo’s directors and executive officers is set forth in Masimo’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A for its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025, including under the headings entitled “Our Board of Directors”, “Our Executive Officers”, “Executive Compensation”, “Ownership of our Stock”, “Proposal 1: To Elect Three Class II and Two Class III Directors as Named in our Proxy Statement”, “Proposal 3: To Provide an Advisory Vote to Approve the Compensation of our Named Executive Officers”, and “Transactions with Related Persons, Promoters and Certain Control Persons”, and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000937556/000110465925027887/tm259245-2_def14a.htm, and Masimo’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 12, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at:

https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000937556/000093755625000091/masi-20250606.htm, and Masimo’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at

https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000937556/000093755625000127/masi-20250818.htm. Information about Danaher’s directors and executive officers is set forth in Danaher’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, which was filed with the SEC on February 20, 2025 under the heading entitled “Information About Our Executive Officers”, and which is available at:


https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000043/dhr-20241231.htm, and Danaher’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A for its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025, including under the headings entitled “Board of Directors and Committees of the Board,” “2024 Annual Executive Compensation,” “Beneficial Ownership of Danaher Common Stock by Directors, Officers and Principal Shareholders,” “Proposal 1 - Election of Directors,” “Proposal 3 - Advisory Vote on Named Executive Officer Compensation,” and “Certain Relationships and Related Transactions,” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000081/dhr-20250326.htm, and Danaher’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 24, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000155/dhr-20250721.htm, and Danaher’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 31, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000172/dhr-20250728.htm, and Danaher’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on November 6, 2025, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361625000198/dhr-20251106.htm, and Danaher’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 5, 2026, including under the heading “Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.” and which is available at: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000313616/000031361626000058/dhr-20260205.htm. To the extent holdings of Masimo’s securities by its directors or executive officers have changed since the amounts set forth in such 2025 proxy statement, such changes have been or will be reflected on Initial Statements of Beneficial Ownership on Form 3 or Statements of Change in Ownership on Form 4 filed with the SEC, which are available at https://www.sec.gov/edgar/browse/?CIK=937556&owner=exclude. Additional information concerning the interests of Masimo’s participants in the solicitation, which may, in some cases, be different than those of Masimo’s stockholders generally, will be set forth in Masimo’s proxy statement relating to the Transaction when it becomes available.

CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this communication that address activities, events or developments that we expect, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements, including, in particular, statements about the expected timing, completion and effects or benefits of the Transaction. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and beliefs and are subject to uncertainties and factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control and could cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those described in the forward-looking statements. These risks include, but are not limited to: (i) uncertainties as to the timing of the Transaction; (ii) the risk that the Transaction may not be completed on the anticipated terms in a timely manner or at all; (iii) the failure to satisfy any of the conditions to the consummation of the Transaction, including receiving, on a timely


basis or otherwise, the required approval of the Transaction by Masimo’s stockholders; (iv) the possibility that competing offers or acquisition proposals for Masimo will be made; (v) the possibility that any or all of the various conditions to the consummation of the Transaction may not be satisfied or waived, including the failure to receive any required regulatory approvals from any applicable governmental entities (or any conditions, limitations or restrictions placed on such approvals); (vi) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement, including in circumstances which would require Masimo to pay a termination fee; (vii) the effect of the announcement or pendency of the transactions contemplated by the merger agreement on Masimo’s or Danaher’s ability to retain and hire key personnel, their ability to maintain relationships with their customers, suppliers and others with whom they do business, or their operating results and businesses generally; (viii) risks related to diverting management’s attention from Masimo’s or Danaher’s ongoing business operations; (ix) the risk that stockholder litigation in connection with the transactions contemplated by the merger agreement may result in significant costs of defense, indemnification and liability; (x) certain restrictions during the pendency of the Transaction that may impact Masimo’s or Danaher’s ability to pursue certain business opportunities or strategic transactions; (xi) the risk that any announcements relating to the Transaction could have adverse effects on the market price of Masimo’s or Danaher’s common stock, including if the proposed transaction is not consummated; (xii) risks that the benefits of the Transaction are not realized when and as expected; (xiii) legislative, regulatory and economic developments; and (xiv) other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” sections of Masimo’s and Danaher’s most recent periodic and current reports filed with the SEC, all of which you may obtain for free on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in our forward-looking statements are reasonable, we do not know whether our expectations will prove correct. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, even if subsequently made available by us on our website or otherwise. We do not undertake any obligation to update, amend or clarify these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.

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This communication is for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute, or form part of, an offer, invitation or the solicitation of an offer or invitation to purchase, otherwise acquire, subscribe for, sell or otherwise dispose of any securities, or the solicitation of any vote or approval in any jurisdiction, pursuant to the proposed transaction or otherwise, nor shall there be any sale, issuance or transfer of securities in any jurisdiction in contravention of applicable law.

CONTACT

 

   

Investor: John T. Bedford, Vice President, Investor Relations, investor.relations@danaher.com

 

   

Media: media@danaher.com

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FAQ

What did Danaher (DHR) announce regarding Masimo in this 8-K filing?

Danaher agreed to acquire Masimo in an all-cash deal. It will pay $180 per Masimo share, valuing the company at about $9.9 billion enterprise value, with Masimo becoming a standalone operating company within Danaher’s Diagnostics segment after closing.

How much is Danaher paying to acquire Masimo and what is the deal value?

Danaher will pay $180 in cash for each Masimo share. This price implies a total enterprise value of approximately $9.9 billion, including assumed indebtedness and net of acquired cash, based on the terms disclosed for the definitive merger agreement.

How will the Masimo acquisition affect Danaher’s earnings per share?

Danaher expects the deal to be accretive to adjusted EPS. Management projects adjusted diluted net earnings per share to increase by $0.15–$0.20 in the first full year after closing and by about $0.70 in the fifth full year.

What synergies does Danaher expect from acquiring Masimo?

Danaher targets both cost and revenue synergies from Masimo. By the fifth full year after completion, it expects more than $125 million in annual cost synergies and over $50 million in annual revenue synergies, supporting Masimo’s anticipated EBITDA of more than $530 million in 2027.

When is Danaher’s acquisition of Masimo expected to close?

The transaction is anticipated to close in the second half of 2026. Completion depends on customary conditions, including Masimo stockholder approval and receipt of required U.S. and non-U.S. antitrust and foreign direct investment regulatory clearances.

How does Danaher plan to finance the Masimo acquisition?

Danaher plans to fund the Masimo purchase with cash and new debt. The company states it will use cash on hand together with proceeds from debt financing to pay the $180-per-share cash consideration for Masimo’s outstanding common stock.

What valuation multiple is Danaher paying for Masimo’s earnings?

The deal values Masimo at an 18x 2027 EBITDA multiple. Including the full benefit of expected annual synergies by the fifth year, the implied multiple falls to about 15x Masimo’s estimated 2027 EBITDA, according to the disclosed transaction metrics.

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