A2A is actively monitoring the market for potential M&A opportunities, with Edison considered an attractive asset, although it remains uncertain whether EDF will put it up for sale.
This was stated by CEO Renato Mazzoncini during a press call discussing the company's first-half 2025 results.
"There are always opportunities to seize; the market is highly dynamic and we have significant financial flexibility," Mazzoncini emphasized.
When asked about the possibility of a deal involving Edison, Mazzoncini replied: "Ever since I've been in this sector, Edison has been rumored to be for sale. The rumor is circulating again, and there's no doubt Edison is interesting, but if you ask me whether it will actually go on sale soon, I don't know."
On June 25, the Financial Times reported that EDF's new CEO, Bernard Fontana--recently appointed by the French government--is considering the sale of several assets belonging to the French energy giant, including its Italian subsidiary Edison, in order to boost investment in new nuclear reactors.
(Giancarlo Navach)
