Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCO) has announced that its subsidiaries have reached a definitive agreement to sell its business in Brazil to Publibanca Brasil S.A., an affiliate of Eletromidia S.A. The sale, valued at approximately R$80 million (US$14 million), is a strategic move to optimize Clear Channel Outdoor’s portfolio and focus on its growth in the America and Airports segments.
- Sale of Brazilian Operations:
The transaction involves Clear Channel Outdoor divesting its business in Brazil to Publibanca Brasil, which is affiliated with Eletromidia S.A. The deal is valued at approximately R$80 million (US$14 million), with customary adjustments applied to the purchase price. - Transaction Conditions:
The sale is subject to regulatory approval from Brazil’s Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE), as well as other customary closing conditions. The transaction is expected to close in 2025, once all regulatory approvals and conditions are met. - Strategic Focus:
Scott Wells, CEO of Clear Channel Outdoor, emphasized that this move aligns with the company’s strategy to optimize its portfolio. By divesting its Latin American businesses, Clear Channel will focus on expanding its operations in the America and Airports segments. - Financial Impact:
The company plans to use the anticipated net proceeds from the sale to improve its liquidity position, strengthening its financial standing as it focuses on its core markets. - Operational Transition:
Both Clear Channel Outdoor and Publibanca Brasil will continue their operations independently on a business-as-usual basis until the transaction is finalized.
The sale of Clear Channel Outdoor’s Brazilian business to Publibanca Brasil marks a significant step in the company’s strategic shift to streamline its operations and focus on expanding in key markets. With this divestiture, Clear Channel is positioning itself for long-term growth and enhanced financial stability.
