Molex Reveals Deal to Purchase Smiths Interconnect, Strengthening Its Aerospace and Defense Portfolio
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 16 2025
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Source: Yahoo Finance
Acquisition Announcement: Molex has signed an agreement to acquire Smiths Interconnect, a provider of high-reliability connectivity products for the aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor, and industrial markets, with the deal expected to close in the first half of 2026.
Strategic Benefits: The acquisition aims to enhance Molex's capabilities in the aerospace and defense sectors by combining their global scale and financial stability with Smiths Interconnect's innovative technologies and extensive customer base.
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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.
