Swiss Merchant Group acquires majority stake in Helvetic Immobilien

Real estate investor Swiss Merchant Group has acquired a controlling interest (56%) in Helvetic Immobilien. This move is a key part of Swiss Merchant Group AG's strategy to grow its real estate presence in Switzerland.

Cristián Mantzke

The acquisition also included a portion of a five-year bond from PNEU Bösiger, a company owned by Helvetic Immobilien with an annual interest rate of 6.75%. PNEU Bösiger is a major seller of luxury vehicles in German-speaking Switzerland and also owns a substantial real estate portfolio of 47 properties in the Canton of Bern.
Helvetic Immobilien focuses on residential and commercial properties in German-speaking Switzerland, employing a long-term, value-driven investment approach. The company invests in existing properties and also develops sustainable projects with the potential for consistent returns.
Cristian Mantzke, CIO of Swiss Merchant Group, said: "With the acquisition of Helvetic Immobilien, we have reached an important milestone. Helvetic Immobilien, with its 47 residential and commercial properties, will form the core of our future asset-based investment strategy in Switzerland. This lays the foundation for long-term stability and sustainable growth."