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Klépierre buys out partner in Italian malls for €196m

The French landlord takes full control of Il Leone di Lonato as it leans into southern Europe

M&A News deals deskReal estate / Retail · Italy, Europe21 Oct 2026

Klépierre said on 21 October 2026 that it had agreed to acquire the remaining 50% of an Italian shopping centre portfolio, including Il Leone di Lonato on Lake Garda, from its joint-venture partner for €196m.

Why Klépierre SA is buying Remaining 50% of Clivia (Il Leone di Lonato and Il Destriero shopping centres)

Klépierre said the deal strengthens its exposure to southern Europe, its largest and fastest-growing region, and would be highly accretive from day one.

Deal terms and financing

Total consideration is €196m, funded with debt. A dining and entertainment extension is planned at Il Leone, which has 60,000 sq m of gross lettable area.

Regulatory approvals and timing

Closing is expected by 31 December 2026.

Market context

Italian outlets ComoZero and Ameve named the joint venture as Clivia S.p.A., co-owned with Finiper, and said its portfolio includes Il Destriero in Vittuone, Lombardy.

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