Mister Car Wash, Inc. (NYSE:MCW) stock rose Wednesday after the company announced it will be taken private by Leonard Green & Partners in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $3.1 billion in enterprise value, alongside the release of its fiscal 2025 financial results.
The acquisition, priced at $7.00 per share, represents a 29% premium over the average share price for the 90 days leading up to February 17, 2026. LGP has been a key strategic partner of the company since its first investment in 2014 and currently holds about 67% of the company’s outstanding common stock.
The deal has received unanimous approval from a Special Committee of independent directors and is expected to close in the first half of 2026. Upon completion, the company’s shares will be delisted from Nasdaq.
Strong Financial Results
Mister Car Wash achieved a historic milestone in 2025, surpassing $1 billion in annual revenue for the first time. Full-year net revenues reached $1,051.7 million, a 6% increase over 2024. This growth was supported by a 2.9% rise in comparable-store sales and the opening of 29 new greenfield locations.
Profitability also improved year-over-year. Full-year net income was $103.1 million (31 cents per share), while adjusted EBITDA grew 8% to $345.4 million from $320.9 million in 2024.
“Taking our company private will help us accelerate our growth by investing more boldly in our stores, our people, and our technologies to capture the multiple opportunities ahead. Most importantly, it brings us closer to fulfilling our vision of tripling our footprint while staying true to the values and mission that got us here,” commented John Lai, the company’s CEO.
Sector Performance And Benzinga Edge Rankings
Mister Car Wash is outperforming its sector, with a significant jump in stock price compared to the broader Consumer Discretionary sector, which saw a modest gain of 0.33%. Despite a 2.59% decline over the past 30 days, the sector’s 90-day performance shows a 4.94% gain, indicating potential for growth.
Below is the Benzinga Edge scorecard for Mister Car Wash, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses compared to the broader market:
- Value: Neutral (Score: 32.37) — Reflects a fair market valuation relative to peers.
- Growth: Moderate (Score: 45.7) — Indicates a moderate growth potential based on current projections.
- Momentum: Weak (Score: 15.87) — Suggests that the stock may be facing some short-term headwinds.
The Verdict: Mister Car Wash’s Benzinga Edge signal indicates a balanced profile, with a fair valuation and moderate growth prospects. However, the low momentum score suggests that investors should be cautious of potential volatility or short-term challenges.
MCW Price Action: Mister Car Wash shares were up 16.39% at $6.99 at the time of publication on Wednesday, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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