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In a move to streamline its investment portfolio, Volkswagen (VWAGY) has announced the sale of a 51% stake in its engine subsidiary Everllence to private equity firm Bain Capital, according to The Wall Street Journal. The deal is part of Europe's largest automaker's efforts to focus on core operations and reduce reliance on traditional engine units amid the shift to electric vehicles.
The sale follows Volkswagen's recent pattern of divesting non-core assets, including stakes in Lamborghini and Bugatti. It also reflects private equity's growing interest in the automotive sector, as hybrid and industrial engine technologies require capital. Sources did not disclose the deal value, but estimates suggest it could range between €1.5 billion and €2 billion.
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Sign InShares of VWAGY closed at $8.75 on June 24, 2026, with a session low of $8.72 and a high of $8.92. Investors are watching whether Volkswagen will continue divesting other units and how the deal impacts third-quarter group earnings. Markets also await management updates on the broader EV transition strategy.