M&A
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.85
Crown Castle sells fiber and small cell businesses for combined $8.5B enterprise value
CROWN CASTLE INC.
- Fiber business sold to Zayo for $4.25B; small cells business sold to EQT affiliate for $4.25B; total EV $8.5B.
- Closing expected in first half of 2026; not subject to financing condition or stockholder approval.
- Conditions include HSR, FCC, and state PUC approvals; termination fees range from $150M to $386.25M.
- Company will enter into transition services agreements and non-compete for 2.5 years post-close.
- Crown Castle Operating Company is seller; proceeds will be cash subject to working capital adjustments.