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DivestmentAug 11, 2026, 06:07 AM

YPF Sells MetroGAS & MetroENERGÍA Stakes for $780M

AI Summary

YPF Sociedad Anónima announced the sale of its entire shareholding interest in MetroGAS S.A. and MetroENERGÍA S.A. to Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte S.A. (EDENOR). The transaction, valued at US$780 million, includes 70% of YPF's stake in MetroGAS and 5% in MetroENERGÍA. The completion of the sale is contingent upon fulfilling certain conditions precedent, including obtaining necessary regulatory approvals.

Key Highlights

  • YPF S.A. sold its shareholding interest in MetroGAS S.A. and MetroENERGÍA S.A.
  • The buyer is Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte S.A. (EDENOR).
  • The total purchase price for the transaction is US$780 million.
  • YPF divested 70% of its share capital and voting rights in MetroGAS.
  • YPF divested 5% of its share capital and voting rights in MetroENERGÍA.
  • YPF will divest its entire shareholding interest in both MetroGAS and MetroENERGÍA.
  • The transaction closing is subject to applicable regulatory approvals, including ENRGE.