AES Merger Secures New York Regulatory Clearance

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The European Commission unconditionally cleared AES’s merger with Horizon Parent on October 15, 2026.
New York’s Public Service Commission ruled on October 19, 2026, that the merger requires no further review.
Closing remains subject to additional regulatory approvals and other customary conditions.
Under the March 1, 2026, agreement, Horizon Merger Sub will merge into AES, which will survive.
Upon closing, ownership will include investment vehicles affiliated with Global Infrastructure Management, the EQT Infrastructure VI fund and other investors.

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