(Rome, January 5, 2026) –
Jacobs Solutions has agreed to acquire the remaining 35% stake in British consultancy firm Pa Consulting for approximately £1.22 billion in cash and shares, solidifying full ownership of the innovation and transformation specialist.
- Jacobs Solutions will pay £1.22 billion initially, with an additional deferred consideration of £75 million.
- The deal values Pa Consulting at roughly £3.05 billion.
- Jacobs initially purchased a 65% stake in Pa Consulting in early 2021.
Jacobs Solutions will fully acquire Pa Consulting after reaching an agreement to purchase the remaining 35% of the company, according to a statement released Friday. The deal is valued at approximately £3.05 billion.
The transaction will be funded with 80% cash and 20% shares, Jacobs said, and is expected to close by the end of March. The company intends to finance the cash portion of the deal using existing liquidity and credit lines.
Jacobs first invested in Pa Consulting in early 2021,acquiring a 65% stake for an enterprise value of around £1.83 billion. At the time, the remaining 35% was held by Pa Consulting employees.
Did you know? – Jacobs Solutions is an American international professional services firm headquartered in Dallas, Texas.It provides a full spectrum of solutions including consulting, technical, operational and field services.
Background and Context
This acquisition marks the completion of Jacobs’ investment in Pa Consulting, a firm specializing in innovation and transformation services. The initial 65% stake purchase in 2021 signaled Jacobs’ strategic focus on expanding its consulting capabilities and strengthening its position in the growing market for professional services. The full acquisition allows Jacobs to integrate Pa Consulting’s expertise more fully into its operations and potentially realize greater synergies.
Pro tip – Acquisitions like this are common in the professional services sector. Firms often acquire specialized companies to broaden their service offerings and gain a competitive edge.
“This acquisition builds on our strong partnership with PA and accelerates our vision to deliver full-life cycle,integrated solutions to our clients,” Jacobs said in a statement.
The move comes as the professional services sector continues to see consolidation, with firms seeking to expand their offerings and geographic reach. Jacobs’ acquisition of Pa Consulting reflects this trend, as it aims to provide a more thorough suite of services to its clients.
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Time.news based this report on reporting by Il Sole 24 Ore radiocor and added self-reliant analysis and context.
