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Enel Faces Brazilian Power Concession Loss Risk
16 Apr
Summary
- Enel's Brazilian concession faces potential loss.
- Assets worth 3.34 billion euros and goodwill at risk.
- Regulator initiated forfeiture process for termination.

Enel, the Italian power utility, is confronting the potential forfeiture of its power concession in Sao Paulo, Brazil's most populous city. This critical situation puts approximately 3.34 billion euros in financial assets and 595 million euros in goodwill at risk, as detailed in the company's annual report by auditors. The recoverability of these assets has been a focal point during the audit.
Brazil's national power regulator, Aneel, recently decided to advance a process that could lead to the termination of the distribution concession held by Enel's local subsidiary. This move effectively blocks the automatic renewal of the contract, which is slated to expire in 2028. The situation marks a significant challenge for Enel's operations in the region.