GTECH S.p.A. today announced that it is engaged in preliminary, exploratory discussions as part of a process regarding a potential transaction with International Game Technology, (IGT: NYSE). GTECH has engaged advisors to assist it in exploring this potential transaction.
This transaction could potentially involve the use of a mix of cash and equity as consideration. However, the Company does not anticipate that a capital increase for cash will be required. There can be no assurance that any binding agreement or transaction will result from these discussions.