The financial markets are postulating that Ducati’s owners, private equity firm Investindustrial, are looking to sell the iconic brand.
Reports say that the head of Investindustrial, Andrea Bonomi, expects to raise up to EUR 1 billion, but wants to sell to a single buyer.
Volkswagen – who have stated possible interest in the past (and who entered into an initially promising but ultimately sour tie-up with Suzuki) are thought to be one of the main contenders for the purchase, along with Indian company Mahindra & Mahindra, who already make scooters plus a 110cc motorcycle, the Stallio.
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