
Prysmian's $4.2 Billion Acquisition of Encore Wire
Prysmian, the world's largest cablemaker, has announced a $4.15 billion deal to acquire US firm Encore Wire, aiming to strengthen its position in the North American market. The acquisition, which represents a 11% premium to Encore Wire's stock price, is expected to generate significant synergies and boost Prysmian's earnings per share by about 30%. The deal is set to be finalized in the second half of 2024 and will be financed through a combination of cash and debt facilities.
