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Geely Proposes $6.5 Billion Buyout to Take Zeekr Private

The Chinese automaker plans to acquire the remaining 34.3% of Zeekr shares, delist it from US and Hong Kong exchanges, and consolidate its EV operations.

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Overview

  • Geely Holding Group has made a non-binding proposal to acquire the remaining 34.3% of Zeekr Intelligent Technology, valuing the company at $6.5 billion.
  • The offer includes $25.66 per American Depositary Share (ADS), representing a 13.6% premium over Zeekr's last closing price.
  • Geely aims to fully integrate Zeekr into its portfolio, consolidating its EV brands to enhance technological synergies, reduce redundancies, and improve profitability.
  • The buyout is expected to be financed through a combination of newly issued shares, existing cash reserves, and potentially debt financing.
  • Following the announcement, Zeekr shares surged approximately 11% in pre-market trading, reflecting strong investor interest in the proposed deal.