SoftBank Group to acquire ABB's robotics business for $5.375 billion

SoftBank Group Corp. entered a definitive agreement to acquire ABB Ltd's robotics business for USD 5.375 billion. The acquisition is expected to close in mid-to-late 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.

“The Acquisition is part of this strategy and is expected to significantly strengthen SBG’s AI robotics business.”group.softbank

• 2 sources
• group.softbankAcquisition of ABB Ltd’s Robotics Business | SoftBank Group Corp.Oct 8, 2025
• bloomberg.comSoftBank to Buy ABB’s Robotics Arm in $5.4 Billion Deal - BloombergAaron Kirchfeld, Min-Jeong Lee, Allegra CatelliOct 8, 2025

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