Roper Technologies to buy Vertafore for $5.35 billion
Roper Technologies to buy Vertafore for $5.35 billion

Roper Technologies to buy Vertafore for $5.35 billion
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Roper Technologies Inc. announced Thursday a deal to buy Vertafore in a cash deal valued at $5.35 billion. Roper expects to fund the acquisition, which is expected to close in the third quarter, with cash on hand, new debt and by drawing on its revolving credit facility. Vertafore provides software-as-a-service for the property and casualty insurance industry. Roper expects Vertafore to contribute $590 million of revenue in 2021. "Vertafore is a fantastic business characterized by clear leadership in its niche market... Читать дальше...
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