EnterNext, the Euronext subsidiary dedicated to promoting and growing the market for SMEs [1], today congratulated Direct Energie, a key player in the French energy market, on its listing in Compartment B of the regulated market at Euronext Paris.

France’s third-largest power group, Direct Energie is the French market’s no. 1 independent supplier of electricity and natural gas. It serves all client profiles, from homeowners to professionals, businesses and local authorities. For over 11 years, Direct Energie has built a successful business by leveraging its technical expertise, outstanding client relations and innovative flair. It is now moving into international markets as well, starting with Belgium in 2014.

Direct Energie (ticker symbol: DIREN) was listed through the admission to trading of the 40,792,965 ordinary shares making up the company’s equity following its transfer from Alternext. Market capitalization was €775 million on the day of listing.

Xavier Caïtucoli, Chairman and CEO of Direct Energie, said: “We are delighted to transfer to Compartment B at Euronext Paris. The move will bring us new resources to finance growth, while boosting our shares’ liquidity and raising our profile all around.”

Eric Forest, Chairman and CEO of EnterNext added: “We welcome Direct Energie to Euronext. Listing will raise the group’s profile on European capital markets and give it access to a broader, more diversified pool of investors as it accelerates the roll-out of its business strategy.”