Investor AB Acquires Stake in Atlas Copco

Investor AB, a Swedish venture capital firm, has made a significant investment in Atlas Copco, a Swedish industrial company. The firm acquired approximately 3.3 million B-aktier in Atlas Copco for around 442 million kronor.

Investment Details

• Number of shares acquired: 3.3 million B-aktier
• Acquisition price: approximately 442 million kronor
• Resulting stake in Atlas Copco:
  • Capital: nearly 17%
  • Voting rights: nearly 22.3%

Impact on Investor AB’s Stock Price

The acquisition has led to a slight increase in Investor AB’s stock price, although the exact magnitude of the increase is not specified.

Background

This move has been seen as a strategic investment, given Atlas Copco’s strong presence in the industrial sector.