SoftBank Group is considering the acquisition of major U.S. security firm Allied Universal. The equity value is approximately $18 billion, while the total including debt could reach up to approximately $30 billion. The discussions are at an early stage, and no final decision has been made.
SoftBank Group is reportedly considering the acquisition of Allied Universal, the largest private security company in the United States. The price and transaction structure have not been determined, the discussions are said to be at an early stage, and no formal decision has been made. The equity value could reach approximately $18 billion (approximately ¥2.8 trillion), while the total including debt is reportedly expected to be close to $30 billion (approximately ¥4.7 trillion).
If the acquisition is completed, SoftBank would gain a platform for large-scale testing of robotic technologies through Allied Universal's existing customer base. Allied Universal's businesses include security for the New York City subway, data center facilities, K-9 units and bomb disposal technicians. The acquisition is viewed as potentially providing a foothold for deploying AI infrastructure in the physical world.