Holcim closes Nigeria divestment

LafargeHolcim has completed the divestment of its Nigeria business, selling its entire 83.81% shareholding in Lafarge Africa PLC to Huaxin Cement at an equity value of USD 1 billion on a 100% basis before dividend adjustments.

Martin Kriegner, Regional Head Asia, Middle East & Africa: "We are pleased to have found in Huaxin Cement a trusted buyer that is committed to further developing the business in Nigeria. At the same time, the sale proceeds give LafargeHolcim additional capacity for our growth-focused capital allocation. We wish Lafarge Africa PLC and Huaxin Cement continued success."

About LafargeHolcim
LafargeHolcim (SIX: HOLN) is the leading partner for sustainable construction with net sales of CHF 16.2 billion¹ in 2024, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, LafargeHolcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets – across Europe, Latin America and Asia, Middle East & Africa. LafargeHolcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling – powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle®.

¹ Net sales 2024 restated following spin-off; excludes net sales to Amrize.

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