Press releaseParis, 12 December 2025 Orange announces the signing of a binding agreement with Lorca to acquire their 50% stake in MasOrange Orange has signed a binding agreement with Lorca to acquire full ownership of MasOrange, Spain’s leading operator in terms of customer base, through the acquisition of the remaining 50% stake in its Spanish joint venture for a price of 4.25 billion euros in cash. This announcement confirms the non-binding agreement that was previously announced on 31 October. This trans ...

Core Viewpoint - Orange has reached a non-binding agreement to acquire the remaining 50% stake in MasOrange for 4.25 billion euros, aiming for full ownership and strengthening its position in Spain, its second-largest market in Europe [1][2]. Group 1: Transaction Details - The acquisition price for the remaining stake in MasOrange is set at 4.25 billion euros in cash [1]. - A binding agreement is expected to be signed before the end of 2025, contingent upon final terms and conditions [2]. - The transaction will be presented to employee representative bodies and requires clearance from regulatory authorities, with completion anticipated in the first half of 2026 [3]. Group 2: Strategic Implications - This transaction aligns with Orange's strategic plan "Lead the Future," which focuses on enhancing service quality and operational efficiency [2][4]. - Full ownership of MasOrange reflects Orange's long-term commitment to the Spanish market and confidence in the management's ability to create stakeholder value [2]. Group 3: Company Overview - As of September 30, 2025, Orange reported revenues of 40.3 billion euros and a global workforce of 124,100 employees, with a customer base of 310 million [3]. - Orange operates in 26 countries and is a leading provider of IT and telecommunication services to multinational companies under the Orange Business brand [4].

Group 1 - Orange published its first half 2025 financial report, which is available on its website [1] - The company reported revenues of 40.3 billion euros in 2024 and had 124,600 employees worldwide as of June 30, 2025 [1] - Orange serves a total customer base of 300 million globally, including 262 million mobile customers and 22 million fixed broadband customers as of June 30, 2025 [1] Group 2 - Orange is a leading provider of global IT and telecommunication services to multinational companies under the brand Orange Business [2] - The strategic plan "Lead the Future" was presented in February 2023, focusing on a new business model emphasizing responsibility and efficiency [2] - The plan aims to reinforce Orange's leadership in service quality by capitalizing on network excellence [2]

Core Points - Orange announces changes in its Executive Committee, appointing Jérôme Hénique as CEO of Orange France and Yasser Shaker as CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa [2][3][4] Group 1: Executive Appointments - Jérôme Hénique will transition from CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa to CEO of Orange France, effective June 1, 2025, while remaining on the Group Executive Committee [2][3] - Yasser Shaker, currently CEO of Orange Egypt, will take over as CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa starting July 1, 2025, and will also join the Group Executive Committee [3][4] Group 2: Leadership Insights - Christel Heydemann, CEO of Orange Group, expressed gratitude towards Jean-François Fallacher for his contributions and confidence in the new appointees, highlighting their experience and potential for growth [4] - Jérôme Hénique has a strong background in the region, having overseen 18 countries and more than 135 million customers, contributing to significant revenue and EBITDAaL growth [6] Group 3: Company Overview - Orange reported revenues of €40.3 billion in 2024 and had a total customer base of 294 million as of March 31, 2025, including 256 million mobile customers [9][10] - The company operates in 26 countries and is recognized as a leading provider of global IT and telecommunications services [11]