Finland's Stora Enso to sell 12.4% of Swedish forests for about $1 billion
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 21 2025
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Source: Reuters
Divestment Details: Stora Enso is divesting 12.4% of its Swedish forest holdings for €900 million, which will reduce adjusted EBITDA by €25 million annually and net debt by €790 million.
Ownership Structure and Agreements: Post-divestment, Stora Enso will retain a 15% stake in the new entity, while Soya Group and a consortium led by MEAG will hold 40.6% and 44.4%, respectively; a 15-year wood supply agreement will be established to ensure wood availability for Stora Enso's operations.
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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.
