FedEx and Partners to Pay €15.60 Per Share in €7.8B InPost Buyout
FedEx and Advent International will acquire InPost in a €7.8 billion all-cash deal at €15.60 per share, representing a 50% premium. Upon closing in H2 2026, FedEx will hold a 37% stake alongside consortium partners A&R and PPF, leveraging 61,000 parcel lockers to boost European e-commerce delivery.
1. Deal Terms
The consortium led by FedEx and Advent International agreed to acquire InPost in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately €7.8 billion. Shareholders will receive €15.60 per share, representing a 50% premium, with the deal expected to close in the second half of 2026 pending approvals.
2. Ownership Breakdown
Upon completion, FedEx and Advent will each hold a 37% interest in the consortium, while A&R and PPF will own 16% and 10%, respectively. This structure aligns capital contributions and governance rights across the four investors.
3. Strategic Rationale
The acquisition gives FedEx access to InPost’s network of 61,000 automated parcel lockers and flexible delivery solutions across Western Europe. Integration is anticipated to enhance last-mile e-commerce capabilities and drive growth in Europe’s rapidly expanding online retail market.