Autogrill confirms non-exclusive discussions for possible tie-up with Dufry (updated)
28/06/2022 12:40
(Adds details, shares)
MILAN, June 28 (Reuters) - Italian airport and motorway
caterer Autogrill AGL.MI on Tuesday said it was holding
discussions over a possible tie-up with Swiss duty-free retailer
Dufry DUFN.S .
Autogrill, which is owned by Italy's Benetton family through
their Edizione holding company, said the talks were not
exclusive.
It reiterated the group was interested in exploring
strategic opportunities to promote development and create value
for shareholders.
Shares in Autogrill rose 6% by 1136 GMT.
(Reporting by Valentina Za, editing Federico Maccioni)
((valentina.za@thomsonreuters.com; +39 02 6612 9526;))