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BASF Seeks Banks to Lead IPO of €20 Billion Agrichemical Unit

The News

BASF SE has invited banks to pitch for roles in an initial public offering of its agrichemical division, to be listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. The division is valued at €20 billion, and the IPO could be one of the largest on the bourse in recent years. This move represents a significant divestiture for BASF and a major listing for the German market.

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€20 billion valuation is a major economic figure.

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BASF SE has invited banks to pitch for roles on an initial public offering of its agrichemical division in Frankfurt.

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BASF SE has invited banks to pitch for roles on an initial public offering of its agrichemical division in Frankfurt.

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  • €20 billion valuation is a major economic figure.
  • Banks are competing for lead roles, indicating lucrative fees.

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BASF SE has invited banks to pitch for roles on an initial public offering of its agrichemical division in Frankfurt, in what could be a significant offering for the bourse in recent years.

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BASF SE has invited banks to pitch for roles on an initial public offering of its agrichemical division in Frankfurt.

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This IPO could be one of the largest offerings on the Frankfurt bourse in recent years.

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