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Tetra Tech Buys Carron + Walsh, Expands Client Base in Ireland
Tetra Tech, Inc. (TTEK - Free Report) recently completed the acquisition of management consulting company Carron + Walsh. The financial terms of the transaction have been kept under wraps.
Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Carron + Walsh is engaged in providing project and cost management services for residential, commercial, life sciences and infrastructure programs. The company has a strong client base, including housing authorities, public sector bodies and financial lenders, particularly in European markets.
Acquisition Rationale
The latest buyout is in sync with Tetra Tech’s policy of acquiring businesses to expand its market share and customer base. The buyout will enable the company to extend its client network and cross-selling opportunities in delivering large infrastructure projects in Ireland.
Tetra Tech believes that the inclusion of Carron + Walsh’s strong innovation and project delivery capabilities will complement its “Leading with Science” approach and boost its technology suite in project management services.
TTEK’s Zacks Rank and Price Performance
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Tetra Tech currently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell). Shares of the company have lost 22.6% in the past year compared with the industry‘s 12.9% decline.
Tetra Tech is grappling with escalating operating costs and expenses, which are likely to affect its margins in the quarters ahead. Also, the company’s high debt levels may raise financial obligations and drain its profitability. However, it is gaining from increased project activity in the U.S. Federal, U.S. State & Local and International client sectors.
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