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Air Canada sells 25% of Aeroplan to Blackstone-led investor group for C$2.5 billion

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Air Canada is selling a 25% minority stake in its Aeroplan loyalty program to funds managed by Blackstone, La Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec and other Canadian institutions for C$2.5 billion, valuing the program at about C$10 billion. Air Canada will retain operational and strategic control, using proceeds for debt repayment and share buybacks.

Discovered 2026-08-11T03:50:18.369798-07:00 | 2026-08-11T03:50:18.369798-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

  • The transaction values Aeroplan at approximately C$10 billion and gives Air Canada C$2.5 billion in capital without surrendering operational or strategic control of the program.
  • Proceeds are earmarked for debt repayment and share buybacks, while the airline also reinstated its full-year financial guidance after reporting a record second-quarter net loss.
  • The deal underscores the financial value of airline loyalty platforms as standalone assets and potential sources of institutional investment.

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2026-08-11T03:50:18.369798-07:00
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