Diginex Finalizes Acquisition of PlanA.earth, Expanding ESG and Carbon Accounting Platform

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Diginex has completed the acquisition of PlanA.earth GmbH for an initial €55 million, significantly expanding its integrated ESG and carbon accounting platform and bringing in new institutional shareholders.

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• Acquisition of PlanA.earth GmbH Completed

  Diginex completed the acquisition of PlanA.earth GmbH, a leading AI-powered carbon accounting and decarbonization platform, on January 14, 2026, following the signing of a definitive agreement on December 31, 2025.

• Substantial Initial Consideration

  The initial consideration for the acquisition was €3 million in cash and 6,720,317 Diginex ordinary shares valued at €52 million, totaling approximately €55 million.

• Performance-Based Earn-Out Potential

  Sellers are eligible for an additional earn-out of up to €25 million in ordinary shares, contingent on PlanA.earth achieving specific financial targets for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

• Strategic Market Expansion

  This acquisition is a strategic move to enhance Diginex's offerings in the rapidly expanding global ESG and sustainability software market, combining its reporting capabilities with Plan A's carbon accounting technology.

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This filing details the completed acquisition of PlanA.earth GmbH, a leading AI-powered carbon accounting and decarbonization platform. This is a highly strategic move for Diginex, significantly expanding its presence in the rapidly growing ESG and sustainability software market. The initial consideration of approximately €55 million (over 30% of Diginex's market cap) and potential earn-outs up to €25 million demonstrate the scale of this transaction. The deal also brings in notable institutional investors like Visa and Deutsche Bank as new shareholders, signaling confidence. While the transaction involves notable share dilution, the integration of Plan A's technology with Diginex's existing ESG reporting capabilities positions the company for substantial growth in a critical sector. Investors should monitor the integration process and the realization of expected synergies.