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    CVC sounds out Italy over plans to buy Telecom Italia stake, sources say

    Published by Global Banking and Finance Review

    Posted on February 7, 2025

    1 min read

    Last updated: January 26, 2026

    This image captures a meeting between CVC Capital Partners representatives and Italian government officials discussing the potential acquisition of Telecom Italia's stake. The talks are crucial as CVC aims to secure government approval for becoming TIM's largest investor with a 24% stake.
    CVC Capital Partners discusses Telecom Italia investment with Italy government - Global Banking & Finance Review
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    Quick Summary

    CVC Capital Partners is negotiating to buy Vivendi's stake in Telecom Italia, requiring Italian government approval for a 24% stake acquisition.

    CVC Explores Acquisition of Telecom Italia Stake from Vivendi

    MILAN (Reuters) - CVC Capital Partners has sounded out Italian government officials over its plans to buy Vivendi's stake in Telecom Italia (TIM), two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.

    CVC needs to win Rome's backing because the government has the powers to vet any investment handing the buyer a stake in TIM higher than 3%.

    The sources said CVC representatives held talks with the Italian government officials over a potential deal, which would see CVC becoming TIM's largest investor with a 24% stake, followed by Italian state lender CDP.

    The private equity fund has not secured Rome's support at this stage but discussions are ongoing, according to the people, who cautioned a deal may not materialise.

    CVC and the Italian prime minister's office declined to comment. Italy's Treasury was not immediately available to comment. Vivendi did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.

    (Reporting by Elvira Pollina, additional reporting by Giuseppe Fonte, editing by Gavin Jones)

    Key Takeaways

    • •CVC Capital Partners is interested in buying a stake in Telecom Italia.
    • •The acquisition requires approval from the Italian government.
    • •CVC aims to become TIM's largest investor with a 24% stake.
    • •Discussions with Italian officials are ongoing but no deal is finalized.
    • •Vivendi and Italian officials have not commented on the matter.

    Frequently Asked Questions about CVC sounds out Italy over plans to buy Telecom Italia stake, sources say

    1What is CVC Capital Partners planning to do?

    CVC Capital Partners is exploring the possibility of acquiring Vivendi's stake in Telecom Italia.

    2Why does CVC need the Italian government's backing?

    CVC needs Rome's support because the government has the authority to vet any investment that would give the buyer more than a 3% stake in Telecom Italia.

    3What is the potential stake CVC could acquire in Telecom Italia?

    If the deal goes through, CVC could become the largest investor in Telecom Italia with a 24% stake.

    4Have discussions between CVC and the Italian government concluded?

    No, discussions are ongoing, but CVC has not yet secured the Italian government's support.

    5What has been the response from involved parties regarding the deal?

    CVC and the Italian prime minister's office have declined to comment, while Italy's Treasury was not immediately available for comment.

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