Exclusive: Worldline attracts early stage interest from private equity firms, sources say
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 02 2024
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Source: Reuters
Takeover Interest in Worldline: French payments group Worldline has attracted early-stage takeover interest from private equity firms, including Bain Capital, amid a significant drop in share price and profit warnings.
Challenges for Potential Bidders: Any potential bid for Worldline may face challenges due to shareholder reluctance to sell at low prices and the need to consider existing stakes held by major shareholders like Bpifrance and Credit Agricole.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
