UPM and Sappi Form Graphic Paper Joint Venture
UPM and Sappi Form Graphic Paper Joint Venture
UPM-Kymmene Oyj and Sappi have signed a definitive agreement to form a 50/50 joint venture in graphic paper. The joint venture is expected to create €100 million in annual synergies.
Financial Details
The joint venture secures €600 million financing and a €100 million revolving credit facility. The combined enterprise value is set at €1,420 million.
UPM will receive €475 million in cash, €98 million in shareholder loans, and 50% equity in the joint venture. Sappi will receive €90 million in cash, €10 million in shareholder loans, and 50% equity.
Impact on Profitability
The transaction is expected to have a positive impact on UPM's profitability margins (EBIT % of sales).
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UPM will receive €475 million cash from the joint venture and expects positive impact on profitability margins, providing direct financial benefit.
SAP SE O.N.
SAP is a software company and is not directly affected by this paper industry joint venture; indirect impact is limited.
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