GE Aerospace to buy castings supplier for nearly $12 billion to tackle engine bottleneck

PUBLISHED Sep 8, 2026, 2:02 PM ET

GE Aerospace announced an agreement to acquire castings and forgings supplier Consolidated Precision Products for approximately $12 billion to address persistent supply chain bottlenecks in commercial and military jet engine production. The transaction values CPP at roughly 26 times its projected 2027 core profit before synergies, dropping to approximately 18 times after factoring in operational efficiencies. GE plans to fund $7 billion through cash on hand and the remainder via new debt issuance, with the deal expected to close in the second half of 2027 pending regulatory approvals. Company executives stated the vertical integration will secure critical supply lines, accelerate the introduction of advanced airfoil technologies, and shorten production ramp times for current engines such as the CFM LEAP. The announcement prompted contrasting market reactions, lifting GE shares slightly while competitors like Howmet Aerospace experienced declines amid investor scrutiny over component access for non-GE customers.

By Lauren Mitchell | JQJO News

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Left: Emphasizes corporate consolidation risks and impacts on industry competitors. Center: Reports financial transaction details and supply chain bottleneck solutions neutrally. Right: Focuses on market efficiency gains and capital investment growth strategies.