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    Worldline shareholders back 500 million euro capital raise plan

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    Posted on January 8, 2026

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    Last updated: January 20, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Worldline's shareholders have approved a 500 million euro capital raise, starting with a 110 million euro share sale to major banks, followed by a rights issue.

    Worldline Shareholders Approve 500 Million Euro Capital Raise

    Jan 8 (Reuters) - Shareholders of payment services provider Worldline voted in favour of a two-stage capital increase of roughly 500 million euros ($584 million) during an extraordinary general meeting on Thursday.

    The capital raise will begin with a 110 million euro share sale to Bpifrance, Credit Agricole and BNP Paribas, followed by a 390 million euro rights issue open to all shareholders.

    The capital raise is expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2026.

    ($1 = 0.8569 euros)

    (Reporting by Mateusz Rabiega in Gdansk, editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Worldline plans a 500 million euro capital increase.
    • •The capital raise involves a two-stage process.
    • •Initial 110 million euro share sale to major banks.
    • •A 390 million euro rights issue will follow.
    • •Completion expected by the end of Q1 2026.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Worldline shareholders back 500 million euro capital raise plan

    1What is a capital raise?

    A capital raise is the process of increasing a company's capital by issuing new shares or securities to investors, helping to fund operations, expansion, or other financial needs.

    2What is a rights issue?

    A rights issue is a way for companies to raise additional capital by offering existing shareholders the right to purchase new shares at a discounted price, usually in proportion to their existing holdings.

    3What is a share sale?

    A share sale involves selling shares of a company's stock to investors, which can provide the company with immediate capital while transferring ownership of the shares.

    4What is market capitalisation?

    Market capitalisation is the total market value of a company's outstanding shares, calculated by multiplying the share price by the total number of shares outstanding.

    5What is a rights issue open to all shareholders?

    A rights issue open to all shareholders allows existing shareholders to purchase additional shares at a specific price before they are offered to the public, ensuring they can maintain their ownership percentage.

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