Telefonica Buys Netomnia In £2 Bln Deal With Liberty Global

Reuters
2026.02.18 14:20
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Telefonica SA has announced the acquisition of Netomnia in a deal valued at £2 billion (€2.294 billion). The transaction will be jointly funded by Telefonica and Liberty Global, contributing £150 million, with an additional £850 million from Telefonica Infra. As part of the deal, Virgin Media O2 will acquire Netomnia’s retail customers and brands, and will gain a 30% equity stake in the holding company. Upon completion, Telefonica Infra, Liberty Global, and Virgin Media O2 will collectively hold 50% of Nexfibre, with Infravia holding the remaining 50%.