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Setbacks continue for Stockholm based EQT
Difficulties are mounting for private equity firm EQT with its over-indebted portfolio companies: Deutsche Glasfaser may soon default on interest payments. In the case of French nursing home operator Colisée, creditors are now taking over the reins.
CEO Daniel Grieder sees reduced revenues and earnings in 2026 transition year
Hugo Boss's medium term growth strategy has failed to impress investors, especially since 2026 is viewed as a transition year with lower earnings. A takeover bid from Frasers Group of the UK remains a possibility.
Covestro aims to “continue producing in Europe in a very significant way even...
At closing of the takeover, Covestro stands to receive a multi-billion-euro capital increase. For chief financial officer Christian Baier, this is a key factor in ensuring that the company can keep investing in its future despite the industry downturn.
Hazardous waste treatment a growing business segment
Multi-billion dollar acquisitions are reshaping the global hazardous waste business. Veolia is making a big move in the United States with its takeover of Clean Earth.
Almost as if it were Christmas
Pharmaceutical and agrochemical company Bayer may be at a turning point in connection with the multi billion dollar glyphosate lawsuits. A case review is now proceeding to the US Supreme Court.
Dax giants welcome longer Xetra trading hours
Dax heavyweights such as SAP and Deutsche Telekom have welcomed the extension of Xetra trading for retail investors until 10pm. The new trading hours began on 1 December.
BayWa making progress
The board of BayWa expects its core business to return to growth in the near term. The debt reduction programme has slowed after the sale of Cefetra failed to close, but negotiations are underway with new investors.
European universities strong in spinouts
Europe's universities and research institutes are particularly strong in biotech and pharmaceutical startups. A report from Dealroom shows that since 2022 there have been 244 academic spinouts in these sectors.
SAP and the challenge of digital sovereignty
SAP has announced various new partnerships to strengthen digital sovereignty in Europe. Yet despite these collaborations, the Delos Cloud continues to rely on Microsoft technology.
Leonardo targets European market with new air defence system
Italian defence group Leonardo has announced plans to develop an AI-based air defence system dubbed the Michelangelo Dome. The target date for the system to become operational is 2028.
Deutsche Börse brings Allunity on board for stablecoins
Deutsche Börse is integrating the euro stablecoin EURAU from Allunity into its infrastructure. The partnership aligns with the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation, providing a secure and regulated framework within established financial market infrastructure.
Cost cutting at Contitech ahead of planned sale in 2026
Continental is cutting costs at Contitech, which supplies industrial customers with rubber and thermoplastic products, ahead of a planned sale. Contitech is expected to attract strong interest from private equity buyers.
Crédit Agricole sharpens its focus on Germany
France’s second-largest bank Crédit Agricole has ambitious plans to expand across Europe - and is increasing its focus on the German market.
Economists sceptical about ECB plans
In a survey conducted by Börsen-Zeitung, economists have voiced heavy criticism of the European Central Bank's plans for a digital euro. Most suggest that the benefits to consumers will be minimal.
Deutsche Börse targets Allfunds in strategic move
Deutsche Börse is in exclusive takeover talks with UK-based Allfunds Group, which operates an ecosystem for fund distribution networks. The cash and shares bid values Allfunds at around 5.3 billion euros.
On the brink of a crisis?
Direct and indirect attacks on central banks, soaring government debt, the rise of crypto assets, and AI-driven speculation are putting the monetary order at risk – and conjuring up the prospect of a global crisis.
Car manufacturers' profits in free fall
Record profits for financial groups on the Dax contrast with slumps in the automotive and chemicals industries. Consultants EY break down the third quarter earnings reports.
A promise for the future
Siemens has announced that it plans a direct spinoff of Siemens Healthineers, reducing its 67 per cent controlling stake to a 37 per cent minority holding. More details will come in the second quarter of 2026.
Facing up to global competition
This week the European Space Agency Ministerial Council has been meeting in Bremen. The EU needs to catch up in the field of reusable rockets and satellite constellations – and lay the foundations for a common space defence strategy.
How Lagarde and Nagel want to strengthen the single market
Productivity in Europe is low. ECB President Christine Lagarde and Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel are urgently calling for reforms to be accelerated - and support harmonisation via a so called EU „28th Regime.“
„We focus on impact“
As of mid-2026, a new EU regulation will make ESG ratings more transparent. Nordea portfolio manager Henning Padberg sees this as just one part of the solution – with data needing to be assessed in-house, and rating opinions incorporated into the overall Nordea view.
A well structured handover of the CFO role is important
In a wide ranging interview with Börsen-Zeitung, Siemens Chief Financial Officer Ralf Thomas discusses the strategy for growth, the planned spin-off of Healthineers, and the importance of a well organised handover process to Veronika Bienert, who will take over the CFO role a year from now.
„An AI bubble could become an issue for monetary policy“
ECB Governing Council member Boris Vujčić indicates that he currently sees no reason for a further interest rate cut. However, the situation could change if an AI bubble were to burst. Vujčić also comments on rumours that he wants to become ECB Vice-President.
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