Transaction marks an important milestone for METRO in transforming into a fully focused Wholesale company
The sale is successfully executed despite onset of Covid-19
With >€1.5 billion in net cash proceeds, transaction of METRO China secures meaningful liquidity access and allows for flexibility in navigating the current challenges in the sector
METRO announced today that is has successfully completed the sale of a majority stake in METRO China to Wumei Technology Group in exchange for net cash proceeds of more than €1.5 billion. METRO AG will retain a 20% stake in METRO China to have continued exposure to a highly attractive market
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