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After failed merger attempt: Afcon wants to IPO its renewable energy arm

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Alvaro de la Maza

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Key Takeaways

  • Afcon raised a new round from מנורה, מגדל.
  • Sector: Energy Infrastructure & Renewables.
  • Geography: Israel, Europe, Poland, Spain.

Analysis

  • Afcon, controlled by the Shemtov family, plans to IPO its renewable energy arm at an estimated valuation of 800 million ILS.
  • This move follows a failed merger attempt with Sunflare earlier in the year, where the valuation was significantly lower.
  • The company aims to raise 150-200 million ILS, with proceeds going to support expansion.
  • Major shareholders Menora and Migdal will transfer their stakes in European energy partnerships in exchange for shares in the new company.
  • Afcon's renewable energy division has a current installed capacity of 83 MW and is expected to add nearly 190 MW by year-end.