Brookfield's EUR 6.1bn Bid for Neoen Majority Stake

• Brookfield Asset Management's EUR 6.1 billion offer for Neoen SA brings exciting growth prospects in renewable energy markets. CEO Xavier Barbaro looks forward to the future.

Canadian asset manager Brookfield Asset Management has offered to buy a majority stake in French renewable power producer Neoen SA for EUR 6.1 billion. The deal values Neoen's equity at a 26.9% premium over the last closing price of the shares. Brookfield plans to file an all-cash mandatory tender offer for all remaining shares and outstanding convertible bonds once the transaction is completed.

The acquisition is subject to clearance by antitrust and foreign investment regulators, with regulatory approvals expected by the closing quarter of 2024. Neoen operates in the global solar, wind power, and storage markets, with a secured portfolio of almost 9.1 GW at the end of March. The company's notable assets include the Mutkalampi wind farm in Finland and the El Llano solar complex in Mexico. Neoen's CEO Xavier Barbaro expressed excitement about the potential growth opportunities with Brookfield.

What are the growth opportunities for Neoen with Brookfield's acquisition?

• Access to Brookfield's financial resources and expertise will allow Neoen to accelerate its growth and expansion in the renewable energy sector.
• Brookfield's global presence and network will provide Neoen with opportunities to enter new markets and develop projects on a larger scale.
• The acquisition will enable Neoen to leverage Brookfield's experience in infrastructure investments to enhance its project development capabilities.
• Neoen will benefit from Brookfield's strong track record in managing and operating renewable energy assets, leading to improved operational efficiency and performance.
• The partnership with Brookfield will open up potential collaborations and joint ventures that can further drive Neoen's growth and success in the renewable energy industry.