Iberdrola Acquires Majority Stake in Brazil's Neoenergia

Spanish utility giant completes takeover bid, now controls 98% of Brazilian energy company.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 9:38pm

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Iberdrola, the Spanish electric utility, has successfully completed a takeover bid for a majority stake in Neoenergia, Brazil's leading electricity distribution group. The transaction, valued at 5.826 billion Brazilian reais (approximately €980 million), will increase Iberdrola's ownership in Neoenergia to 98%. Iberdrola could acquire the remaining 2% in the coming weeks by exercising a squeeze-out right.

Why it matters

The Neoenergia acquisition is a strategic move by Iberdrola to strengthen its presence in the fast-growing Brazilian energy market. Neoenergia serves around 40 million Brazilians through its distribution network, making it the country's largest electricity distributor. The deal aligns with Iberdrola's focus on regulated electricity networks and renewable energy as it continues to expand its global footprint.

The details

Iberdrola acquired an additional 14.2% stake in Neoenergia at a price of 33.77 Brazilian reais per share, bringing its total ownership to 98%. The transaction was completed at attractive valuation multiples and is expected to have a positive impact on Iberdrola's financial results. Neoenergia operates 725,000 km of electricity distribution lines and 8,000 km of transmission lines, in addition to 3,600 MW of renewable generation capacity, primarily hydroelectric.

  • Iberdrola launched the takeover bid on November 24, 2025.
  • The auction relating to the takeover bid was completed on April 9, 2026.
  • Iberdrola could acquire the remaining 2% of Neoenergia in the coming weeks by exercising a squeeze-out right.

The players

Iberdrola

A Spanish electric utility company and one of the largest energy companies in the world, with a market capitalization of approximately €135 billion.

Neoenergia

Brazil's leading electricity distribution group, serving around 40 million Brazilians through its network of distribution and transmission lines, as well as 3,600 MW of renewable generation capacity.

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What’s next

Iberdrola could acquire the remaining 2% of Neoenergia's share capital before the end of the second quarter of 2026 by exercising its right of squeeze-out.

The takeaway

Iberdrola's acquisition of a majority stake in Neoenergia is a significant move that strengthens the Spanish utility's position in the growing Brazilian energy market, aligning with its strategic focus on regulated electricity networks and renewable energy.