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Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 24
Bain Capital Nears Deal for Controlling Stake in Volkswagen Diesel Unit as 3 Bidders Vie
Updated
Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 24

Bain Capital Nears Deal for Controlling Stake in Volkswagen Diesel Unit as 3 Bidders Vie

2 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 24

Summary

  • Bain Capital is in advanced talks to buy a controlling stake in Volkswagen’s Everllence heavy diesel engine unit, putting it close to clinching one of Europe’s most contested private equity sales.
  • The firm is negotiating deal terms and is poised to beat rival bidders CVC Capital Partners and an EQT-led consortium, according to people familiar with the matter.
  • The sale would end a closely watched auction for the heavy diesel business, marking a significant step in Volkswagen’s effort to reshape ownership of the unit.

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