Homburger advised UBS Group AG on its issuance of USD 2 bn Tier 1 Capital Notes with an equity conversion feature
On August 5, 2025, UBS Group AG successfully completed its offering of USD 1,250,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of 7.000 per cent.
Homburger advised Swarovski in connection with an up to EUR 550 m financing
Homburger acted as counsel to Swarovski International Holding AG and its Subsidiaries in connection with an up to EUR 550 m financing, with UBS Switzerland AG as Coordinating and Bookrunning Mandated Lead Arranger,
Homburger advises EQT on the sale of 7.1% of Galderma’s share capital via an accelerated bookbuilding process
On July 28, 2025, a consortium led by EQT, consisting of Sunshine SwissCo GmbH, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and Auba Investment Pte. Ltd. (all acting as the Sellers), announced the launch of an accelerated bookbuilding process to professional investors in Switzerland and to qualified investors outside Switzerland, which led to the successful placement …
Homburger advised UBS Switzerland AG on the financing of the acquisition of Dovida
Homburger acted as counsel to UBS Switzerland AG as mandated lead arranger, agent, security agent and original lender in connection with the financing of the acquisition of a majority stake in Horizon Home Care Group AG, a Swiss-based international provider of non-medical home care services operating under the brand Dovida, by Ardian.
Homburger advised Altri on strategic acquisition of majority stake in AeoniQ
Homburger acted as Swiss counsel to Altri, SGPS, S.A. (Altri), a leading Portuguese producer of sustainable cellulosic pulp, in connection with its strategic acquisition of a majority stake in AeoniQ Holding AG (AeoniQ), a Swiss-based cleantech spin-off of HeiQ Materials AG. The transaction will support the industrial scaling of AeoniQ, a climate-positive, biodegradable cellulosic filament …
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Homburger advised DEKRA SE on its acquisition of an additional stake in Spearhead AG
On June 2, 2025, the German vehicle inspection company DEKRA SE announced the acquisition of an additional stake in Spearhead AG, a Swiss company specializing in data analytics for automotive claims and vehicle lifecycle management. As a result of the transaction, DEKRA SE became the majority shareholder of Spearhead AG. Homburger acted as legal counsel …
Homburger advised Cibes Lift Group AB on its acquisition of Meier + Co. AG
On June 30, 2025, Cibes Lift Group successfully acquired Meier + Co. AG, the leading supplier of vertical platform lifts and stair lifts in Switzerland. Through the acquisition, Cibes expanded its direct sales presence to Switzerland, strengthening its position on the European market.
Homburger advised Zürcher Kantonalbank on the issuance of EUR 500 m 2.762 per cent. Fixed Rate Bonds
On July 8, 2025, Zürcher Kantonalbank successfully completed its issuance of EUR 500 m 2.762 per cent. Fixed Rate Bonds due July 8, 2030 (the Bonds). The senior unsecured Bonds have been issued under Zürcher Kantonalbank’s Swiss base prospectus consisting of the applicable summary and securities note for the issue of bonds and STNs of …
Homburger advised wefox in connection with its financing and restructuring program
On July 7, 2025, wefox Holding AG announced that it has secured funding of EUR 151 m, consisting of a EUR 76 m capital raise primarily from existing investors and a refinancing of an existing credit facility with EUR 75 m from Searchlight Capital Partners’ credit fund, Searchlight Opportunities Fund II. The funding follows a …
Homburger advised HR Group on its acquisition of H-Hotels
The Berlin-based HR Group has acquired H-Hotels, one of the largest privately managed German hotel companies. The transaction took effect on February 25, 2025, and comprises more than 60 hotels in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France and Hungary.