PARIS (S&P Global Ratings) Oct. 12, 2022--S&P Global Ratings today said that French utility Engie S.A.'s announced buyback of up to 10% of its hybrid bonds does not affect the remaining hybrids' equity content. On Oct. 12, 2022, Engie announced a capital structure optimization transaction and its intention to buy back up to 10% of its hybrids, which totaled €3.77 billion in December 2021, notably targeting: The €274.2 million outstanding on the hybrid issued in January 2018, with a first reset date in April 2023. Up to €100 million of: 1) the €392.9 million outstanding on the hybrid issued in June 2014, with a first reset date in June 2024, and 2) the €750 million outstanding on the hybrid bond