Magna Announces Sale of Its Lighting and Rooftop Systems Businesses

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This section is Partnership Content suppliedThe content in this section is supplied by GlobeNewswire for the purposes of distributing press releases on behalf of its clients. Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Article contentDefinitive agreements signed to divest Lighting and Rooftop Systems businessesBusinesses generated approximately $1.1 billion in combined global sales in 2025Transactions expected to close in the second half of 2026 Sign In or Create an AccountEmail AddressContinueor View more offersArticle contentAURORA, Ontario, April 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG; NYSE: MGA) today announced that it has entered into definitive agreements to divest its Lighting business through two separate transactions, as well as its Rooftop Systems business in a third transaction.Article contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Article contentArticle contentA global investment firm will acquire the Lighting operations serving front and rear lighting programs in North America, South America and China. A separate investment firm will acquire Magna’s European Lighting and Rooftop Systems operations.Article contentTop StoriesGet the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.There was an error, please provide a valid email address.Sign UpBy signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.Thanks for signing up!A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againInterested in more newsletters? Browse here.Article content“Today’s announcement underscores our commitment to actively managing our portfolio in line with our guiding principles,” said Swamy Kotagiri, Magna Chief Executive Officer. “Magna will continue to focus on businesses that advance our long-term growth, margin, and return objectives. We are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for employees, customers, and all other stakeholders.”Article contentThe Lighting and Rooftop Systems businesses are part of Magna’s Power & Vision segment and generated approximately $1 billion and $100 million in global sales, respectively, in 2025.Article contentAll three transactions are expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.Article contentMagna does not expect the divestitures to impact its 2026 adjusted earnings per diluted share outlook as previously issued.Article contentArticle contentINVESTOR CONTACT Louis Tonelli, Vice President, Investor Relations louis.tonelli@magna.com │ 905.726.7035Article contentMEDIA CONTACT Tracy Fuerst, Vice President, Corporate Communications & PRtracy.fuerst@magna.com │ 248.761.7004Article contentABOUT MAGNA Magna is one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers and a trusted partner to automakers in the industry’s most critical markets—North America, Europe, and China. With a global team and footprint spanning 28 countries, we bring unmatched scale, trusted reliability, and proven execution. Backed by nearly seven decades of experience, we combine deep manufacturing expertise with innovative vehicle systems to deliver performance, safety, and quality.For further information about Magna (NYSE:MGA; TSX:MG), please visit www.magna.com or follow us on social.Article contentTHIS RELEASE MAY CONTAIN STATEMENTS WHICH CONSTITUTE “FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS” UNDER APPLICABLE SECURITIES LEGISLATION AND ARE SUBJECT TO, AND EXPRESSLY QUALIFIED BY, THE CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMERS THAT ARE SET OUT IN MAGNA’S REGULATORY FILINGS. PLEASE REFER TO MAGNA’S MOST CURRENT MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL POSITION, ANNUAL INFORMATION FORM AND ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 40-F, AS REPLACED OR UPDATED BY ANY OF MAGNA’S SUBSEQUENT REGULATORY FILINGS, WHICH SET OUT THE CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMERS, INCLUDING THE RISK FACTORS THAT COULD CAUSE ACTUAL EVENTS TO DIFFER MATERIALLY FROM THOSE INDICATED BY SUCH FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS. THESE DOCUMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW ON MAGNA’S WEBSITE AT WWW.MAGNA.COM.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentTrending Doritos at US$7 a bag ended up costing PepsiCo billions Retail & Marketing BYD to open 20 car dealerships in Canada this year Autos Canadian pension plans are so healthy that employers are taking a contribution 'holiday,' says Mercer Retirement Subscriber only. 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