The Guardian·3 min read·medium
French billionaire becomes Vodafone’s largest shareholder with £4.4bn stake
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Mark Sweney
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French billionaire Xavier Niel has acquired a 16% stake in Vodafone for £4.4bn, becoming the company's largest shareholder. This move follows the exit of Emirati group e& and signals Niel's intent to influence Vodafone's long-term growth strategy.
The French telecoms mogul Xavier Niel and his partner, Delphine Arnault./Getty Images The French telecoms mogul Xavier Niel and his partner, Delphine Arnault./Getty Images Vodafone French billionaire becomes Vodafone’s largest shareholder with £4.4bn stake Xavier Niel buys 16% through investment vehicle Vega after Emirati telecoms group sells shareholding
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