Holcim Acquires Walling Systems Company Xella from Lone Star for €1.85 Billion
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 20 2025
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
Acquisition Announcement: Holcim AG has signed a binding agreement to acquire Xella Group, a German provider of sustainable walling systems, for 1.85 billion euros, with the deal expected to close in the second half of fiscal 2026.
Strategic Goals and Financial Impact: The acquisition aligns with Holcim's growth strategy, projected to be accretive to earnings per share and free cash flow in the first year, with expected EBITDA synergies of 60 million euros by year three.
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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.
