Prysmian Inks €5.5 Billion Deal with Molex to Boost Data Center Infrastructure

Key Facts

In a move reflecting the global race to bolster digital infrastructure, Italian cable giant Prysmian has signed a massive long-term strategic agreement with Molex, a subsidiary of Koch. The deal is valued at up to €5.5 billion and focuses on providing essential infrastructure for the rapidly expanding data center market. This partnership is a core element of Prysmian's strategy to capitalize on the surging global demand for high-performance connectivity solutions.

This agreement strengthens Prysmian's competitive positioning against industry peers such as Nexans and NKT, as European manufacturers vie for dominance in a data center market fueled by AI expansion. Per market data, such long-term supply contracts provide significant revenue visibility amidst volatile raw material costs. This follows Prysmian's recent strategic expansion, including the €3.9 billion acquisition of Encore Wire to solidify its footprint in North America (per Reuters reports).

Regarding market performance, PRYMF shares stood at $145.65 (at close July 17, 2026), having reached a day high of $146.47. Investors are now focused on how this multi-billion euro contract will impact operational margins in upcoming fiscal periods. Looking ahead, market participants will monitor upcoming inflation data in the US and Europe to gauge financing costs and their long-term impact on large-scale infrastructure projects.