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B Investments seals majority stake in Orascom Financial Holding

What:

Orascom Financial Holding (OFH) has officially announced the completion of a major acquisition by B Investments Holdings, which now owns a 68.9% majority stake. This acquisition involves the purchase of approximately 3.31 billion shares, valued at a total of EGP 1.457 billion, with an average price per share standing at EGP 0.44.

 

So What:

This transaction not only shifts the control of OFH but also reflects a significant realignment within Egypt’s financial sector. The deal positions B Investments as a pivotal player in the market, substantially increasing its influence over OFH’s future direction.

 

Now What:

Following the completion of this transaction, the ownership structure of OFH has notably changed, with B Investments’ stake effectively reaching 70.13% when excluding treasury shares.

Some Context:

The sellers in this transaction include OTMT Acquisition -SARL and Orascom TMT Investments SARL, which sold their respective stakes of 56.45% and 0.697%. These sales not only mark their exit from OFH but also highlight the ongoing shifts and consolidations within the broader regional investment landscape.

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