Euronext in Talks to Acquire Greek Stock Exchange Operator ATHEX
Euronext has confirmed discussions with HELLENIC EXCHANGES-ATHENS STOCK EXCHANGE S.A. (ATHEX) regarding a potential acquisition. The deal, structured as a share exchange, values ATHEX at €6.90 per share, translating to a fixed conversion rate of 21.029 ATHEX shares for each new Euronext share. At Euronext's current share price of €145.10, the offer WOULD value ATHEX at €399 million on a fully diluted basis.
The acquisition aligns with Euronext's strategy to consolidate European capital markets, leveraging synergies and fostering harmonization across trading and post-trade infrastructure. As Europe's largest liquidity pool, handling 25% of cash equity trading, Euronext aims to strengthen the region's global competitiveness.