Generation Fund Acquires Full Control of Shikun & Binui Energy in Major Israeli Power Market Deal
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Calcalist · Jul 29, 2026
What happened
The Generation Infrastructure Fund is acquiring full ownership of Shikun & Binui Energy for 4.45 billion shekels, reshaping Israel's power market. The deal includes share swaps with Rafek Energy and potential sales to Nofar Energy, pending regulatory approval. Shikun & Binui will receive about 3 billion shekels to reduce debt and strengthen finances, while PowerGen becomes a leading electricity producer with a focus on renewables.
- 01Generation Fund buys Shikun & Binui Energy for 4.45 billion shekels, gaining full control.
- 02PowerGen will increase stake in Reindeer plant to 52.5% via share swap with Rafek Energy.
- 03Nofar Energy plans to buy remaining Reindeer shares for 855 million shekels.
- 04Regulatory approval required; penalties of 300-350 million shekels apply if deal blocked.
- 05Shikun & Binui to receive 3 billion shekels, reducing debt by over half.
- 06Deal strengthens PowerGen's renewable energy assets and market position.
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