M&A
confidence high
sentiment positive
materiality 0.65
International Paper enters exclusive talks to divest 5 European plants to PALM, fulfilling DS Smith remedy
INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO /NEW/
- Plants in France (3, in Normandy), Portugal (Ovar), and Spain (Bilbao).
- Definitive SPA expected after French works council consultation; closing by Q2 2025.
- Divestment required by European Commission for approval of DS Smith Plc acquisition.
- Transaction subject to EC approval of PALM as purchaser; IP will then satisfy all EU obligations.