Crane NXT Acquires 32% Stake in Antares Vision for €117 Million
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 16 2025
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Source: Globenewswire
- Acquisition Progress: Crane NXT has completed the acquisition of approximately 32% of Antares Vision for about €117 million, marking a significant step in the company's strategy to expand into the Life Sciences and Food & Beverage sectors.
- Stock Stability: The acquisition was executed at a price of €5.00 per share, which is expected to enhance control over Antares Vision through a subsequent mandatory tender offer, thereby increasing market competitiveness.
- Strategic Partnership: Crane NXT stated it will continue to collaborate with Antares Vision to drive technological integration and innovation, aiming to enhance product safety and supply chain transparency to meet growing market demands.
- Future Outlook: The complete acquisition and delisting of Antares Vision is anticipated to be finalized by 2026, which will provide Crane NXT with greater market share and long-term growth potential, further solidifying its leadership position in the industry.
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Analyst Views on CXT
Wall Street analysts forecast CXT stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for CXT is 73.25 USD with a low forecast of 62.00 USD and a high forecast of 82.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
5 Analyst Rating
3 Buy
2 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 50.140
Low
62.00
Averages
73.25
High
82.00
Current: 50.140
Low
62.00
Averages
73.25
High
82.00
About CXT
Crane NXT, Co. is an industrial technology company that provides technology solutions to secure, detect, and authenticate what matters most to its customers. The Company’s segments include Crane Payment Innovations (CPI), and Security and Authentication Technologies (SAT). The CPI segment provides electronic equipment and associated software leveraging extensive and proprietary core capabilities with various detection and sensing technologies for applications including verification and authentication of payment transactions. The CPI segment also provides advanced automation solutions, and processing systems, field service solutions, and remote diagnostics and productivity software solutions. The SAT segment provides advanced security solutions based on proprietary technology for securing physical products, including banknotes, consumer goods, and industrial products. The SAT segment also provides brand protection, authentication solutions, and digital content protection.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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Crane NXT Acquires 32% Stake in Antares Vision for €117 Million
- Acquisition Progress: Crane NXT has completed the acquisition of approximately 32% of Antares Vision for about €117 million, marking a significant step in the company's strategy to expand into the Life Sciences and Food & Beverage sectors.
- Stock Stability: The acquisition was executed at a price of €5.00 per share, which is expected to enhance control over Antares Vision through a subsequent mandatory tender offer, thereby increasing market competitiveness.
- Strategic Partnership: Crane NXT stated it will continue to collaborate with Antares Vision to drive technological integration and innovation, aiming to enhance product safety and supply chain transparency to meet growing market demands.
- Future Outlook: The complete acquisition and delisting of Antares Vision is anticipated to be finalized by 2026, which will provide Crane NXT with greater market share and long-term growth potential, further solidifying its leadership position in the industry.
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