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Newell Brands Acquires CardScan

On April 1, 2006, Newell Brands acquired technology hardware company CardScan

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Newell Brands’ 2nd transaction in the Technology Hardware sector.
  • This is Newell Brands’ 8th transaction in the United States.
  • This is Newell Brands’ 2nd transaction in Massachusetts.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2006-04-01
Target CardScan
Sector Technology Hardware
Buyer(s) Newell Brands
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

CardScan

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
CardScan, Inc. provides data scanning from different cards.

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Buyer

Newell Brands

Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Category Company
Founded 1903
Sector Consumer Products
Employees24,600
Revenue 8.1B USD (2023)
DESCRIPTION
Entrance to Newell Brands' corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
Entrance to Newell Brands' corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.

Newell Brands is a marketer of consumer and commercial products. The Company's portfolio of leading brands include Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Calphalon, Irwin, Lenox, Levolor, Paper Mate, Dymo, Waterman, Parker, Goody, Rubbermaid Commercial Products and Aprica. Newell Brands was formerly known as Newell Rubbermaid. Newell Brands was founded in 1903 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 8 of 23
Sector (Technology Hardware) 2 of 2
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 6 of 19
State (Massachusetts) 2 of 3
Country (United States) 8 of 20
Year (2006) 1 of 2
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2005-11-23 DYMO

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

DYMO offers a complete range of products for the office, warehouse, worksite, home and even the classroom. From simple embossers, manual label makers and desktop products to industrial portables, computer-connected products, and cutting-edge software and online service, DYMO is here to simplify your tasks while helping you look more professional. DYMO is providing innovative solutions that help people accomplish their tasks more easily and look good doing it.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2006-09-21 Newell Rubbermaid - Home Decor Europe Businesses

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Newell Rubbermaid, Inc. - Home Decor Europe Businesses is a manufacturer and marketer of window treatments and furnishings.

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