# SoftBank to acquire ABB’s robotics business for a total of $5.4 billion.

*robotics · news · 2025-10-09 · Caixin*

## Key points

- SoftBank will acquire ABB’s robotics business for $5.4 billion.
- The deal is expected to close between mid- and late 2026, pending regulatory approval.
- Regulatory reviews will occur in the EU, China, and the United States.
- SoftBank’s board has already approved the acquisition agreement with ABB.

SoftBank to acquire ABB’s robotics business Japan’s SoftBank announced Oct. 8 it has signed an agreement with ABB to acquire its robotics business for a total of $5.4 billion. The acquisition, approved by SoftBank’s board, is expected to close between mid- and late 2026, pending regulatory approvals in jurisdictions including the EU, China and the U.S. AMD scores massive AI chip order from OpenAI You've accessed an article available only to subscribers VIEW OPTIONS Unlock exclusive discounts with a Caixin group subscription — ideal for teams and organizations. Subscribe to both Caixin Global and The Wall Street Journal — for the price of one.

**Companies:** SoftBank, ABB
**Countries:** Japan, Switzerland, China, United States

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