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Myers Industries Sells Myers Tire Supply to Lion Equity Partners for $30 Million

Myers Industries sold its Myers Tire Supply North America business to Lion Equity Partners for $30 million. The sale aligns with Myers' strategy to focus on core engineered resin and composite products. Myers Industries CEO Aaron Schapper stated the transaction will strengthen the company's balance sheet and drive long-term growth. Myers Tire Supply has 233 employees and serves the tire, wheel, and under-vehicle service industry.

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Published Aug 31, 2026, 9:43 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

Low
01

Why it matters

The $30 M cash infusion strengthens the balance sheet, allowing reinvestment in core growth platforms.

02

Market read

A modest divestiture with limited immediate market impact; primarily a corporate restructuring move.

03

What to watch

Potential future acquisition interest in the tire‑supply business and impact on existing supplier relationships.

Relevance 5/10Novelty 5/10Timing: post‑closing

Background

Myers Industries is refocusing on engineered resin and composite products after selling its tire‑supply division.

Market effects

Sector

Divestiture may sharpen focus on engineered resin market, modest impact on specialty materials sector.

Regional

Limited to U.S. industrial segment; no broad regional effect.

Global

Low global relevance.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

The $30 M sale could be seen as a sign of cash‑flow pressure rather than strategic focus.

Key entities

  • Company
    Myers Industries

    Akron‑based industrial manufacturer selling tire‑supply business.

  • Private Equity
    Lion Equity Partners

    Denver‑based firm acquiring Myers Tire Supply.

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