ArcelorMittal Sells 10% Stake in Vallourec at 24 Euros per Share
ArcelorMittal announced on Tuesday the sale of 23.9 million Vallourec shares, representing approximately 10% of Vallourec's capital, at a price of 24 euros per share. This transaction, conducted through an accelerated placement with institutional investors, generated gross proceeds of about 667 million dollars.
ArcelorMittal sold 23.9 million Vallourec shares, representing about 10% of the company's share capital, at 24 euros per share. The placement was carried out by accelerating the bookbuilding process with institutional investors. The gross proceeds amount to approximately 667 million dollars.
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The proceeds from the sale will be returned to ArcelorMittal's shareholders through its ongoing share buyback program. After the settlement of the transaction, ArcelorMittal will retain approximately 17.3% of Vallourec's capital and will maintain a seat on Vallourec's board of directors. The settlement is expected around May 21, 2026. ArcelorMittal has committed to a 90-calendar-day lock-up period on its remaining stake from the settlement date, subject to customary exceptions.
Context and Capital Allocation Strategy
ArcelorMittal remains supportive of Vallourec's strategy and management team and continues to see value in the company. The group initially acquired a stake in 2024. According to CFO Genuino Christino, this operation 'underscores our commitment to deploying capital in a way that generates clear and measurable returns for shareholders.'
Nous restons confiants dans les perspectives d'ArcelorMittal pour le reste de l'année.
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