Kesko to acquire Dahl operations in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark
Retail group Kesko Oyj is expanding its technical trade business by acquiring Dahl's operations in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. The acquisition aims to strengthen the company's market position in the Nordic technical trade sector.
Finnish retail conglomerate Kesko Oyj has announced plans to significantly expand its technical trade segment through the acquisition of Dahl's operations across Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. This strategic move is set to bolster Kesko's market presence and reach within the Nordic technical trade industry.
The transaction, classified as inside information, is part of Kesko's broader strategy to fortify its position in the technical wholesale sector. While specific financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed, the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, and is anticipated to be finalized in the second half of 2026.
In addition to this major acquisition announcement, Kesko also released its schedule for financial reporting and its Annual General Meeting for 2027. Earlier in April 2026, the company provided updates on managers' transactions and changes in its treasury share holdings.