Orsted, the Danish offshore wind developer, secures $9.35 billion through share sale
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 07 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
Rights Issue Completion: Ørsted A/S has successfully completed a DKK 59.56 billion ($9.35 billion) rights issue, with 99.3% of new shares subscribed, primarily supported by the Danish state and Equinor.
Use of Proceeds: The funds raised will address immediate financing needs for retaining full ownership of Sunrise Wind and will enhance Ørsted's capital structure, aiding in the construction of 8.1 GW of offshore wind projects by 2027.
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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.
