Core Insights - Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (ALRM) has acquired Bridge to Renewables (BTR) to enhance its EnergyHub utility electric vehicle (EV) program [1][8] - BTR specializes in telematics-based solutions for EV Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), facilitating their connection to electricity markets [2] - The acquisition aligns with EnergyHub's strategy to expand its market share and customer base, enhancing its Virtual Power Plant (VPP) network capabilities [3][8] Acquisition Strategy - EnergyHub's growth strategy heavily relies on acquisitions, with the recent purchase of Kapacity.io in December 2024 aimed at expanding VPPs beyond North America [4][8] - The integration of BTR will allow EnergyHub to incorporate EVs and distributed energy resources (DER) into its existing infrastructure [3][8] Financial Performance - Alarm.com has a market capitalization of approximately $2.8 billion and holds a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) [5] - The company's shares have increased by 2.4% over the past month, while the industry has grown by 4.2% [6] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ALRM's earnings for 2025 is $2.37 per share, reflecting a 3% increase from previous estimates [6]