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About Vac
Simplify's Rating
Why Vac is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation
Industries
Data & Analytics
Consulting
Enterprise Software
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Porto, Portugal
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Energy Fuels announced VAC acquisition on June 23, 2026, valuing equity near $1.9 billion.
- VAC’s legacy business generated $29 million adjusted EBITDA in 2025, signaling real profitability.
- VAC holds $220 million in government funding, including the $41 million U.S. grant.
What critics are saying
- Closing depends on foreign investment, antitrust, and government approvals, pushing integration into early 2027.
- VAC carries $140 million adjusted net debt and $208 million debt refinancing at close.
- Chinese magnet incumbents and export controls squeeze margins; delayed U.S. buildout kills the thesis.
What makes Vac unique
- VAC makes high-performance magnets and soft magnetic materials for EVs, defense, and grids.
- VAC generated $29 million adjusted EBITDA in 2025 and grew its 2026 order book 20%.
- VAC secured $41 million U.S. funding and sits inside Energy Fuels’ June 2026 acquisition.
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About Vac
Simplify's Rating
Why Vac is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation
Industries
Data & Analytics
Consulting
Enterprise Software
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Porto, Portugal
Founded
2004
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