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Renault Considers Separating Electric Car Business, Finding Partner for Legacy Assets

  • Analysts say possible offering could come as soon as 2023
  • Renault battered over Russia venture since Ukraine invasion
A Renault Megane E-tech electric vehicle at the L'Atelier Renault flagship store.
A Renault Megane E-tech electric vehicle at the L'Atelier Renault flagship store.Photographer: Benjamin Girette/Bloomberg
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Renault SA is exploring a possible breakup and initial public offering of its electric vehicle assets, according to analysts, a move that would transform the French automaker laid low by its ties to Russia. 

The possibility of a transformational change was outlined in broad terms by the manufacturer in February. During a meeting last week with analysts, top managers including Chief Executive Officer Luca de Meo and Chief Financial Officer Thierry Pieton provided more details, including timing and the potential involvement of a partner.