ABB to Divest Robotics Division to SoftBank Group for $5.375 Billion
ABB announced it will divest its Robotics division to SoftBank Group for $5.375 billion. The transaction aims to create immediate shareholder value and is expected to close in mid-to-late 2026.
The announcement concerns a significant divestment of a core division for a multi-billion dollar sum, fundamentally changing ABB's business structure and financial outlook. This represents a major strategic shift for the company.
The divestment is for a significant enterprise value, which ABB states will create immediate value for shareholders and the proceeds will be deployed strategically. This indicates a positive financial and strategic outcome for ABB.
ABB today announced it has signed an agreement to divest its Robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for an enterprise value of $5.375 billion (approx. ₹44,871.25 crore), opting not to pursue its earlier intention to spin-off the business as a separately listed company. This transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. * The divestment reflects the long-term strengths of the division and is expected to create immediate value for ABB shareholders. * ABB plans to deploy the proceeds from this transaction in line with its established capital allocation principles. * The company will adjust its reporting structure, moving to three business areas. As of the fourth quarter 2025, the Robotics division will be reported as Discontinued Operations. * The Machine Automation division, currently part of Robotics & Discrete Automation, will become part of the Process Automation business area. * Upon closing, the divestment is expected to result in a non-operational pre-tax book gain of approximately $2.4 billion (approx. ₹20,040 crore) with expected cash proceeds, net of transaction costs, of approximately $5.3 billion (approx. ₹44,255 crore). * Expected separation costs are approximately $200 million (approx. ₹1,670 crore), with transaction-related cash tax outflows estimated between $400 million and $500 million (approx. ₹3,340 crore - ₹4,175 crore). * ABB India Limited's Board of Directors will assess the potential implications of this announcement on the Company’s Robotics business (RARO) in India at an appropriate time and evaluate next steps.
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