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Lmdv Capital Files Binding Offer for Majority of Editoriale Nazionale as Monrif Moves to Formalize Deal

The buyer frames the move as a long-term investment focused on newsroom consultation.

Overview

  • Lmdv Capital, led by Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, submitted a binding offer to acquire a majority stake in EN–Editoriale Nazionale.
  • Monrif, which controls EN, said its board voted to proceed with formalizing the transaction.
  • Editoriale Nazionale publishes Il Giorno, La Nazione, Il Resto del Carlino and the national title QN.
  • Del Vecchio described the plan as a long-term industrial project with patient capital and technology, pledging to consult journalists, newsrooms and editorial committees after formal steps are completed.
  • The bid follows his December purchase of a 30% stake in Il Giornale, presented as part of a broader media strategy with QN.