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Keystone Bid Puts Shikun & Binui Energy Sale Into a Price War

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First reported by Globes · Jun 15, 2026

What happened

Keystone has challenged Generation’s agreed bid for Shikun & Binui Energy with a higher, unconditional offer of 4.35 billion shekels. The sale could still lead to a binding deal with Generation, a later bidding war, or possibly a third offer.

  • 01Keystone offered 4.35 billion shekels for all of Shikun & Binui Energy.
  • 02Generation previously signed an MOU for up to 4.5 billion shekels.
  • 03Shikun & Binui expects to sign a binding deal with Generation after July 4 or 5.
  • 04A third bidder may emerge with at least a 4.5 billion-shekel cash offer.
  • 05The Electricity Authority has signaled it would not approve a full merger for Generation.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

CalcalistUnrated · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Keystone Bid Puts Shikun & Binui Energy Sale Into a Price War
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Shikun & Binui Rejects Keystone Offer, Citing Exclusivity with Generation
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Keystone tables rival NIS 4.35 billion bid for Shikun & Binui Energy
GlobesUnrated · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Keystone Bids Higher for Shikun & Binui Energy in Rivalry With Generation

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