A.O. Smith agrees to sell about 81% of China business to CPE

• A.O. Smith agreed on Oct. 27, 2026, to sell about 81% of its China business to CPE.
• The transaction values the China business at about $400 million, cash-free and debt-free; the seller will retain about 19%.
• Total value, including future royalties from a long-term brand license, is expected to exceed $500 million.
• About $80 million of China cash will be repatriated, with share repurchases prioritized for transaction proceeds.
• Closing is expected in the first half of 2027, reducing exposure to a challenging market.

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