# Worthington Steel in talks to acquire Kloeckner & Co

Worthington Steel is in negotiations with Kloeckner & Co for a potential voluntary public takeover. Due diligence is underway, but no final decision has been made.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2025-12-06
- Where: Germany
- Value: $2.40B
- Status: rumored
- Products: steel processing
- Sectors: [Steel and Metal Products](https://endata.com/sectors/steel-metal-products.md)

## Companies

- [Worthington Steel](https://endata.com/companies/37823.md) (acquirer)
- [Kloeckner & Co](https://endata.com/companies/39310.md) (target)

## Sources

- [eurometal.net](https://eurometal.net/worthingtons-play-for-germanys-kloeckner-rings-out-a-year-of-intense-ma-in-steel-processing-sector/), 2025-12-10: "It is currently uncertain whether, or under which conditions, a potential voluntary public takeover offer will be pursued."
- [aist.org](https://www.aist.org/worthington-steel-to-purchase-kloeckner-co-for-us$2-4-billion), 2026-01-16: "Through the acquisition of Kloeckner & Co, we will enhance our offerings in high-value metals processing and create meaningful value for our shareholders."

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