Deal facts
- Buyer
- ECI
- Target
- FAST GROUP
- Deal value
- Not disclosed
- Announced
- 4 January 2026
- Status
- In review
- Sector
- Consumer & Retail
- Country
- Not stated
- Consideration
- Not stated
Sources
ECI has agreed to acquire FAST GROUP in a transaction announced on 4 January 2026. The deal involves a company operating across multiple retail and wholesale sectors, including non-specialised stores and specialised retail activities. The specific consideration structure and total financial value of the acquisition have not been disclosed to the public. No details regarding the target country of operation were reported in the available data.
The transaction remains subject to regulatory approval and is currently in the review phase. Completion of the deal has not yet occurred as the date is unreported. The parties are proceeding with the necessary steps to finalise the agreement while awaiting the outcome of the ongoing regulatory process. This summary reflects the known facts regarding the acquisition structure and current status without speculation on future outcomes.
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