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Apollo invests record sum in Europe’s energy infrastructure
Apollo is investing a record 17 billion dollars in European energy infrastructure in 2025. The latest deal by the US private equity firm involves a 50% stake in the UK offshore wind farm Hornsea 3, being developed by Ørsted.
More consumers relying on small loans
The sluggish economy is impacting consumer finance providers, as reflected in rising loan loss provisions expected in 2025. Regulators, however, are not currently expressing much concern.
VW China to develop its own System-on-Chip
Volkswagen aims to gain a competitive edge in China by developing its own System-on-Chip. The plan was announced at last week's China International Import Expo in Shanghai.
Septeo acquires legal technology software company STP One
Karlsruhe-based legal software technology company STP One is being acquired by Septeo, which is a portfolio company of private equity firm Hg Capital. The two will be merged to form a European legal tech platform.
„We need a clear, reliable CO₂ price“
The Association of German Banks is strongly advocating emissions trading as a key control instrument in climate policy. Chief Executive Heiner Herkenhoff sees the new Emissions Trading System (ETS-2) not as a burden, but as a signal for investment.
Tariffs and a strong euro are slowing Healthineers down
Siemens Healthineers expects at best flat earnings in the new 2025/26 financial year, despite targeting revenue growth of 5 to 6 percent. An announcement is imminent on the strategy of parent company Siemens with regard to reducing its 70% stake.
Recovery in global air traffic makes MTU optimistic
Engine manufacturer MTU expects operating profit to rise by about one quarter this year. Demand is strong – and the aviation industry is being spared from US import tariffs.
Hybrids keep on running and running and running
Despite the sharp increase in US import duties, Toyota's sales in the US are growing faster than the overall market. Toyota's focus on hybrids has proven successful with the average car buyer.
Rheinmetall forms an alliance to produce military fuel
Rheinmetall is launching an industrial alliance with German cleantech startups to produce synthetic fuels. The aim is to secure an independent and reliable supply of fuel for the military in case of emergency.
New CEO sharpens the brand profile
New Puma CEO Arthur Hoeld has outlined his strategy to return to growth. A reduced number of product lines, cost cutting, and a clearer brand focus are on the agenda for the 2026 transition year.
The decade of metals has begun
Multimetal producer Aurubis is highly sought after by investors this year. The MDax company, valued at around 5 billion euros, wants to profit from metal demand generated by technological megatrends.
CVC sells Tipico to French entertainment group Banijay
The French entertainment group Banijay is acquiring the German sports betting provider Tipico and is merging the company with Betclic. The new entity will be the fourth-largest European sports betting company.
Tax authorities cracking down on crypto transactions
Many investors seem to fail to realise that crypto asset gains are subject to tax. The North Rhine-Westphalia tax authorities have accessed a large data package, and are now chasing tax payments.
Merz stops short of addressing the real problem
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called for a joint European stock exchange. But policymakers have more powerful tools at their disposal – such as unified capital market regulations and pension reform.
Upvest says it is well positioned for early start pensions
Things are going pretty well for Upvest at the moment. The Berlin-based company has won a prestigious mandate for securities trading with DKB, and is well positioned to benefit from the early start pensions initiative.
Time to put all that carbon dioxide underground
In some industrial sectors, capturing and storing CO₂ underground is considered essential to meet climate change targets. The German legal framework required for CCS is set to be passed by the end of the year.
A regressive turn in trade policy
The rise of protectionism is eroding global prosperity. The United States may be the cautionary example, but the EU has its own problems with internal trade barriers.
Family businesses are getting closer to private equity
The relationship between family owned businesses / SMEs and private equity investors is changing. In particular the younger generation of company owners are willing to work with private equity.
The race for space’s treasures
The United States and China are competing for dominance in space, while Europe lags behind. Outer space offers not only crucial applications for research and the military, but also significant opportunities for industry.
„We need industrial champions in Europe“
Thyssenkrupp CEO Miguel López supports the creation of major industrial players in Europe. He envisages more spinoffs at Thyssenkrupp, transforming the conglomerate into a financial holding company positioned as a dividend stock.
„We have become too closed off in Europe.“
Jens Eisenschmidt, Chief Europe Economist at Morgan Stanley, and former ECB economist, discusses the competitiveness of Europe as a business locations, the Green Deal, and the global impact of US tariffs.
Salzgitter uses Aurubis stake for convertible bond offering
Salzgitter AG has used its stake in Aurubis to raise funds via a convertible bond. But it says that it remains committed to holding a substantial stake in the copper group – which is currently just under 30%.
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