Germany's Aurelius interested in buying Carrefour's Belgian unit, L'Echo reports

German private-equity firm Aurelius is reported to be interested in acquiring Carrefour's Belgian unit, per Brussels-based L'Echo citing unidentified sources; the report is unconfirmed. A PE bid would constitute a carve-out of Carrefour Belgium and could lead to operational changes or restructuring, but has limited immediate market impact until terms or a formal offer are announced.

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German private-equity firm Aurelius is reported to be interested in acquiring Carrefour's Belgian unit, per Brussels-based L'Echo citing unidentified sources; the report is unconfirmed. A PE bid would constitute a carve-out of Carrefour Belgium and could lead to operational changes or restructuring, but has limited immediate market impact until terms or a formal offer are announced.