Thales statement regarding market rumors
Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) has a clear strategy regarding acquisitions, focused on strengthening its three major business segments: aerospace, defence & security, and digital identity & security.
Thales has no intention whatsoever of diversifying into markets other than those it serves already, such as global IT services.
Following the rumors in the market regarding a potential interest of Thales in acquiring Atos鈥檚 cyber-security business, Thales wishes to confirm that:
- The Group is potentially interested in acquiring any cybersecurity asset that could be for sale
- No discussions with Atos are underway in this regard
