SFR is France’s second-largest telecommunications operator, selling telecom solutions to consumers, businesses, local authorities, and other operators.
Thousands of SFR employees in France are on strike to protest a proposed takeover, raising concerns about job security. The industrial action reflects worker anxiety over potential restructuring or layoffs following the acquisition. The company has not yet confirmed details of the deal or its impact on staff.
Bouygues Telecom, Iliad Group, and Orange are in exclusive talks to acquire SFR from Altice France for €20.35 billion. The consortium submitted a revised joint offer after previous bids were rejected, focusing on most of Altice’s French telecom assets. Exclusivity is granted until May 15, 2026, to finalize terms and documentation.
Altice sells its stake in outsourcing firm Intelcia as part of its ongoing asset divestment strategy to reduce debt. The Luxembourg-based conglomerate continues its focus on streamlining operations by offloading non-core holdings. Intelcia operates in the outsourcing sector, though specifics of the transaction remain undisclosed.
SFR rolls out a standalone 5G network for consumers, branded as **5G+**, delivering faster data speeds and enabling **Voice over New Radio (VoNR)** services. The move expands standalone 5G coverage beyond enterprise and industrial use cases to individual mobile users in France.
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