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Swiss M&A Market In 2024: Challanges And Opportunities For Small-Cap PE Players

The Swiss mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market in 2024 has been marked by sharp contrasts, offering mixed signals for investors. After a strong start with a series of high-profile transactions, the pace slowed dramatically in the third quarter. However, the year-end outlook remains optimistic, thanks to a rebound in activity during the fourth quarter, including […]

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Press Release: Healthcare Holding Schweiz/Winterberg Acquire MVB Medizintechnik AG

Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG, a Prominent Swiss Medtech Services and Distribution Group Managed by Winterberg Advisory and KKA Partners, Expands its Portfolio with the Acquisition of MVB Medizintechnik AG based in Frick. Baar, Switzerland – October 2024 Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG (“Healthcare Holding”) has successfully completed the acquisition of MVB Medizintechnik AG (“MVB”), enhancing its […]

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The Regulatory Roadblocks Facing Swiss Distributors in the MedTech Industry: A Call for Action

Switzerland’s MedTech industry has long been a cornerstone of healthcare innovation, generating 24 billion Swiss francs in 2023 and employing over 70,000 people. Swiss distributors of medical devices are key players in this ecosystem, ensuring hospitals and clinics have access to cutting-edge medical products. However, the introduction of the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) in […]

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Salesforce Implementation in SMEs: Pitfalls and Challenges in the Kick-Off Phase

At Winterberg Group AG, we understand the importance of robust infrastructure and systems for driving growth within our portfolio companies. As a private equity player focused on Buy & Build platforms, we continuously seek to enhance operational efficiency across our investments. One such platform is Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG, a medical equipment distribution group that […]

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The Looming Threat of MBOs to Small-Cap Private Equity: A Perspective from the Trenches

In the private equity world, competition is fierce, but the satisfaction of successfully executing a deal makes the grind worth it. We scour the market, build relationships, assess value and structure fair deals to drive growth for companies with high potential therefore creating value for our investors, the society and the economy. As PE players, […]

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Press Release: Healthcare Holding/Winterberg Acquire Naropa Reha AG

Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG, a Prominent Swiss Medtech Services and Distribution Group Managed by Winterberg Advisory and KKA Partners, Expands its Portfolio with the Acquisition of Naropa Reha AG. St. Gallen, Switzerland – July 2024 Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG (“Healthcare Holding”) has successfully completed the acquisition of Naropa Reha AG (“Naropa”), thereby gaining an access […]

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Swiss Macro Update – Summer 2024

Why is Switzerland considered an investment haven in 2024? To answer this question, we can observe how the country’s economic growth has compared against the other top 9 European countries by gross domestic product (GDP) in Graph 1 and 2.     While Switzerland was the seventh-largest economy in Europe by GDP, according to the […]

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Roll-up of Testing, Inspection and Certification Market

In an era where quality assurance and risk management have become pivotal to every industry, the significance of testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services has never been more pronounced. As we navigate through the complexities of global markets, the TIC sector is witnessing a transformative phase – a comprehensive roll-up. What is TIC The Testing, […]

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The Dynamics of the Roll-up Practice in the German Healthcare Sector

In the vibrant DACH region’s healthcare sector, private equity investors are increasingly deploying roll-up strategies to consolidate fragmented industries and enhance value. This method involves acquiring multiple smaller companies in the same industry and merging them into a single entity to capitalize on synergies and economies of scale. This approach is particularly relevant in healthcare, […]

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Navigating the Storm: A Comprehensive Ransomware Response Guide

In the dynamic landscape of digital threats, ransomware stands as a formidable challenge for modern organisations. Drawing from the firsthand experiences of Winterberg Group’s portfolio companies and insights from Executive Director Fabian Kroeher, this guide unfolds a strategic approach to ransomware incidents, illustrating the nuances of managing such crises effectively. The Initial Strike: Isolate to […]

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