Bouygues Telecom, Free-iliad, and Orange Consider Altice Group Acquisition

Bouygues Telecom, Free-iliad Group, and Orange have confirmed discussions with Altice Group regarding a potential acquisition. The deal involves acquiring significant telecommunications assets in France from Altice. The companies have initiated due diligence processes in early January 2026. However, legal and financial terms are still under negotiation.

There is no assurance that discussions will lead to a finalized agreement. Any resulting transaction will require approval from the involved parties' governance and meet customary conditions. Market updates will follow as the project progresses, adhering to regulatory requirements.