MFE Falls Short of Majority Stake in Pro7 After Tender Offer
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 18 2025
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Source: Reuters
MFE's Share Acquisition: MediaForEurope (MFE) has acquired 43.6% of shares in ProSiebenSat.1 through a tender offer, but this is not enough for a majority stake.
Ownership Background: MFE is owned by the family of the late Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi and aims to consolidate ProSieben into its financial reporting.
Rival Bid from PPF: Czech investment company PPF has also made a competing offer for ProSieben, securing 18.4% of shares shortly before the deadline.
Tender Offer Deadline: ProSieben shareholders have an additional two weeks to tender their shares to MFE following the end of the acceptance period.
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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.
