Search
00
GBAF Logo
trophy
Top StoriesInterviewsBusinessFinanceBankingTechnologyInvestingTradingVideosAwardsMagazinesHeadlinesTrends

Subscribe to our newsletter

Get the latest news and updates from our team.

Global Banking & Finance Review®

Global Banking & Finance Review® - Subscribe to our newsletter

Company

    GBAF Logo
    • About Us
    • Profile
    • Privacy & Cookie Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Contact Us
    • Advertising
    • Submit Post
    • Latest News
    • Research Reports
    • Press Release
    • Awards▾
      • About the Awards
      • Awards TimeTable
      • Submit Nominations
      • Testimonials
      • Media Room
      • Award Winners
      • FAQ
    • Magazines▾
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 79
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 78
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 77
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 76
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 75
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 73
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 71
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 70
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 69
      • Global Banking & Finance Review Magazine Issue 66
    Top StoriesInterviewsBusinessFinanceBankingTechnologyInvestingTradingVideosAwardsMagazinesHeadlinesTrends

    Global Banking & Finance Review® is a leading financial portal and online magazine offering News, Analysis, Opinion, Reviews, Interviews & Videos from the world of Banking, Finance, Business, Trading, Technology, Investing, Brokerage, Foreign Exchange, Tax & Legal, Islamic Finance, Asset & Wealth Management.
    Copyright © 2010-2026 GBAF Publications Ltd - All Rights Reserved. | Sitemap | Tags | Developed By eCorpIT

    Editorial & Advertiser disclosure

    Global Banking & Finance Review® is an online platform offering news, analysis, and opinion on the latest trends, developments, and innovations in the banking and finance industry worldwide. The platform covers a diverse range of topics, including banking, insurance, investment, wealth management, fintech, and regulatory issues. The website publishes news, press releases, opinion and advertorials on various financial organizations, products and services which are commissioned from various Companies, Organizations, PR agencies, Bloggers etc. These commissioned articles are commercial in nature. This is not to be considered as financial advice and should be considered only for information purposes. It does not reflect the views or opinion of our website and is not to be considered an endorsement or a recommendation. We cannot guarantee the accuracy or applicability of any information provided with respect to your individual or personal circumstances. Please seek Professional advice from a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. We link to various third-party websites, affiliate sales networks, and to our advertising partners websites. When you view or click on certain links available on our articles, our partners may compensate us for displaying the content to you or make a purchase or fill a form. This will not incur any additional charges to you. To make things simpler for you to identity or distinguish advertised or sponsored articles or links, you may consider all articles or links hosted on our site as a commercial article placement. We will not be responsible for any loss you may suffer as a result of any omission or inaccuracy on the website.

    Home > Finance > Italy's F2i ready to raise funds to buy into state railway's high-speed company
    Finance

    Italy's F2i ready to raise funds to buy into state railway's high-speed company

    Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

    Posted on December 13, 2024

    2 min read

    Last updated: January 27, 2026

    This image depicts Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, emphasizing the government's demand for transparency from UniCredit regarding its takeover bid for Banco BPM. The article explores the implications of golden power rules in the finance sector.
    Italy's Prime Minister Meloni discusses UniCredit's BPM bid - Global Banking & Finance Review
    Why waste money on news and opinion when you can access them for free?

    Take advantage of our newsletter subscription and stay informed on the go!

    Subscribe

    Quick Summary

    Italy's F2i plans to invest in FS's high-speed rail spin-off, valued at 8 billion euros, as part of Italy's strategy to reduce public debt.

    F2i to Invest in Italy's New High-Speed Rail Company

    ROME (Reuters) - Italy's F2i is ready to raise funds to invest in the high-speed network company the state-controlled railway group Ferrovie dello Stato (FS) will soon set up, the chief executive of the infrastructure fund told Reuters on Friday.

    On Thursday, FS said it would spin off its high-speed network into a dedicated company, paving the way for a stake sale to outside investors.

    "F2i is always ready to raise financial resources to develop strategic infrastructure networks for the country. The rail network is one of them," Renato Ravanelli said.

    The fund also has a stake in Fibercop, the wholesale-only telecoms network operator controlled by U.S.-based KKR.

    FS chief executive Stefano Donnarumma said he would discuss with the government options to attract investors to the planned spin-off company, over which the group would retain full control.

    The high-speed business is worth 8 billion euros ($8.40 billion), the company said.

    FS' plan is consistent with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's efforts to sell state assets to cut Italy's public debt, which the Treasury expects to peak at almost 138% of gross domestic product in 2026.

    ($1 = 0.9553 euros)

    (Reporting by Elvira Pollina and Giuseppe Fonte, writing by Giulia Segreti, editing by Alvise Armellini, Kirsten Donovan)

    Key Takeaways

    • •F2i is preparing to invest in FS's high-speed rail spin-off.
    • •FS plans to sell a stake in its high-speed network.
    • •The high-speed business is valued at 8 billion euros.
    • •FS will retain control while attracting investors.
    • •The move aligns with Italy's debt reduction strategy.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Italy's F2i ready to raise funds to buy into state railway's high-speed company

    1What is the main topic?

    The article discusses F2i's plans to invest in a new high-speed rail company being spun off by Italy's state railway group FS.

    2Why is FS spinning off its high-speed network?

    FS is spinning off its high-speed network to attract outside investors and align with Italy's strategy to reduce public debt.

    3How much is the high-speed rail business worth?

    The high-speed rail business is valued at 8 billion euros.

    More from Finance

    Explore more articles in the Finance category

    Image for French miner Eramet's finance chief steps aside temporarily, days after CEO ouster
    French miner Eramet's finance chief steps aside temporarily, days after CEO ouster
    Image for Ukraine's Zelenskiy calls for faster action on air defence, repairs to grid
    Ukraine's Zelenskiy calls for faster action on air defence, repairs to grid
    Image for Goldman Sachs teams up with Anthropic to automate banking tasks with AI agents, CNBC reports
    Goldman Sachs teams up with Anthropic to automate banking tasks with AI agents, CNBC reports
    Image for Analysis-Hims' $49 weight-loss pill rattles investor case for cash-pay obesity market
    Analysis-Hims' $49 weight-loss pill rattles investor case for cash-pay obesity market
    Image for Analysis-Glencore to focus on short-term disposals as Rio deal remains elusive
    Analysis-Glencore to focus on short-term disposals as Rio deal remains elusive
    Image for Belgium's Agomab Therapeutics valued at $716 million as shares fall in Nasdaq debut
    Belgium's Agomab Therapeutics valued at $716 million as shares fall in Nasdaq debut
    Image for Big Tech's quarter in four charts: AI splurge and cloud growth
    Big Tech's quarter in four charts: AI splurge and cloud growth
    Image for EU hikes tariffs on Chinese ceramics to 79% to counter dumping 
    EU hikes tariffs on Chinese ceramics to 79% to counter dumping 
    Image for AI trade splinters as investors get more selective
    AI trade splinters as investors get more selective
    Image for EU extends tariff suspension on $109.8 billion of US imports for six months
    EU extends tariff suspension on $109.8 billion of US imports for six months
    Image for Dog food maker Ollie acquired by Spain’s Agrolimen
    Dog food maker Ollie acquired by Spain’s Agrolimen
    Image for Salzgitter to take over HKM steel joint venture, end clash with Thyssenkrupp
    Salzgitter to take over HKM steel joint venture, end clash with Thyssenkrupp
    View All Finance Posts
    Previous Finance PostSoccer-Man City announce record revenue for 2023-24 season
    Next Finance PostBlackstone, Bain to bid for Mitsubishi pharma unit in up to $3.5 billion deal, sources say