Ipsos Seeks Court Approval for Squeeze-Out of Minority Shareholders

In a move reflecting strategic consolidation, Ipsos Dach Holding AG has filed a petition under § 39a WpÜG to acquire remaining voting shares from minority shareholders of infas Holding Aktiengesellschaft at EUR 6.80 per share. This request follows the successful execution of Ipsos' takeover offer and receipt of the necessary antitrust clearance.

As of the application date, Ipsos holds a commanding 96.76% stake in the voting share capital. The regional court of Frankfurt am Main will decide on Ipsos' application to mandate the squeeze-out of minority shareholders, transferring their shares to Ipsos.

The action stems from Ipsos' announcement on December 20, 2024, indicating intentions for a legal squeeze-out subsequent to regulatory approvals by the Bundeskartellamt. The outcome will further dictate the ownership dynamics within infas Holding AG.