KKR Exits First Gen, Sells Stake for P25.8B to Gateway-Linked Firm
Global investment giant KKR has sold its 19.9% stake in Philippine power firm First Gen for approximately P25.8 billion. This follows KKR's failed attempt weeks prior to take the company private. The buyer is Angsana Finance Limited, linked to Gateway Partners.
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