UBS explores options for huge fund management unit
In what would potentially one of the largest deals ever seen in European asset management, the leading Swiss…
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DSV buys Panalpina after improving offer
Panalpina’s board of directors has agreed to sell to DSV. The latter has been trying to take over…
Swiss rail leader eyes deals after flotation
The Swiss rolling stock manufacturer Stadler Rail is on the lookout for acquisitions, aided by proceeds from intended…
SIX searches for complementary deals
The crowded field of those seeking to consolidate Europe’s exchanges evidently has another competitor to contend with, in that…
Beleaguered Ascom faces pressure to sell itself
The struggling Swiss telecommunications solutions company Ascom has come under renewed pressure with one of its leading shareholders…
Adviser chosen for Nestle sale
The sale of one of Nestle’s smaller division is gathering momentum, with an adviser now having been appointed…
Bidders line up for Nestle Skin Health
There has been strong interest in Nestle’s skin health division, says chief executive Mark Schneider. “We’ve seen very,…
Sunrise in takeover talks for Liberty Global unit
Switzerland’s Sunrise Communications Group is in talks over a potential acquisition of broadband provider Liberty Global’s Swiss business…
Panalpina shareholder against DSV offer
Danish logistics company DSV is facing an obstacle as the largest shareholder in Swiss freight forwarder Panalpina has…
Nestle auction escalates as potential offers emerge
A flood of interest seems to have arisen from both private equity and trade buyers for Nestle’s skin…
