Kpp Group Holdings Co., Ltd.
October 2, 2026: Notice Regarding Acquisition of Shares of OptiGroup Paper Wholesale Business by Antalis S.A.S (Subsidiarization)
An agreement was signed to acquire shares and assets to expand the target business into the Papyrus Group-affiliated nine companies and the Germany operations in the paper wholesale domain. The acquisition amount is undisclosed, but the number of acquired shares is 59,704 shares and the voting rights ratio after acquisition will be 100%. The acquisition period is scheduled from December 20, 2026 onward to March 31, 2027. The impact on this fiscal year's consolidated results is expected to be limited.
Key Figures
- Number of shares acquired: 59,704 shares
- Voting rights ratio after acquisition: 100%
- Acquisition date: 2026-10-02
AI要約
Overview of Capital Policy and M&A
The Company has concluded an agreement for its consolidated subsidiary Antalis to acquire the paper wholesale business in Europe, Central and Eastern Europe, and Germany from Papyrus Group. The target includes businesses of nine companies, including Papyrus Schweiz AG, UAB Papyrus Lietuva, Papyrus Sp. Zoo, and Papyrus Romania SRL, and voting rights will be 100% after acquisition. The acquisition includes share transfers and partial asset transfers and aims to strengthen the sales network for paper and paperboard products across 19 European countries. Completion of the acquisition is currently scheduled between December 20, 2026 and March 31, 2027, subject to antitrust approvals.
Future Impact and Disclosures
While the impact on this fiscal year's consolidated results is expected to be limited, the transaction is evaluated as contributing to strengthening the Group's business foundation and improving competitiveness over the medium to long term. The undisclosed acquisition price has not been made public; the number of shares to be acquired is 59,704 shares, and full control of 100% will be obtained after the acquisition. Any further disclosure items will be promptly announced as they arise.
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