SoftBank to acquire ABB Robotics

2025-10-08 · Publisher : SoftBank Group · Domain : Robotics

SoftBank Group announces the acquisition of ABB's robotics division for $5.375 billion. ABB drops its planned spin-off, and closing is expected in mid-to-late 2026.

### What changes On October 8, 2025, ABB announced the sale of its robotics division to SoftBank Group for $5.375 billion. The Swiss group had announced in April 2025 its intention to spin it off as a separately listed company, after a sharp decline in orders and revenue from 2023 to early 2025. SoftBank's offer replaces that plan. ### Specifications - ABB Robotics generated $2.3 billion in 2024 revenue (about 7% of the group), with a 12.1% operational EBITDA margin. - About 7,000 employees. - ABB expects a non-operational pre-tax book gain of about $2.4 billion and net cash proceeds of about $5.3 billion. - The Machine Automation division stays with ABB and joins the Process Automation business area. - Closing expected in mid-to-late 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, notably in the EU, China and the US. ### Why it matters Masayoshi Son is making robotics a pillar of his physical AI strategy. The deal puts one of the four historic major industrial robot makers under Japanese control. ### Key takeaways As of September 30, 2026, completion of the deal could not be confirmed: this entry dates the announcement, not the closing.

Tags : Industriel, Rachat, Japon, Suisse