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Telefónica Closes Uruguay Sale to Millicom as América Móvil, Entel Explore Joint Bid for Chile Assets

The move trims roughly €384 million from net debt, with separate talks over a possible Chile sale still exploratory and subject to competition clearance.

Overview

  • Telefónica completed the sale of 100% of Telefónica Móviles del Uruguay to Millicom Spain for $440 million after receiving required approvals.
  • The company said the closing reduces group net financial debt by about €384 million and fits its plan to pare exposure to Latin America.
  • América Móvil disclosed a non-binding agreement with Chile’s Entel to explore a potential joint offer for Telefónica’s assets in Chile, with no price disclosed and discussions ongoing.
  • Any offer would require corporate, sectoral and antitrust approvals, including prior authorization from Chile’s Fiscalía Nacional Económica.
  • América Móvil said a joint proposal could benefit customers by increasing investment capacity for high-speed networks and broader coverage.