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Der Rettungsschirm für die Strombranche ist aufgespannt

Issues of domestic bonds continue to be subject to withholding tax. Thus, the transfer restrictions in syndicated loan agreements («10 and 20 non-bank rules») as well as restrictions on the use of funds of bonds issued abroad by Swiss groups remain relevant.
Trading in domestic bonds also remains subject to the turnover tax of up to 0.15%. The same applies to the purchase and sale of domestic and foreign qualifying participations.

No to reform of withholding tax and transfer stamp duty

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Homburger acted as counsel to UBS Switzerland AG in its capacity as mandated lead arranger, sole bookrunner and original lender in connection with two Swiss law-governed revolving credit facilities agreements in an aggregate volume of CHF 3.6 bn with Alpiq Holding AG as borrower and an international syndicate of banks as lenders for, inter alia, the groups&#8217; liquidity needs.
The Homburger team comprised Jürg Frick and Nathalie Scherrer (both Financing and Investment Products) and Stefan Oesterhelt (Tax).

Homburger advised UBS Switzerland AG on CHF 3.6 bn credit facilities for Alpiq

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In July 2024, Alchemy US Holdco 1, LLC renewed its credit financings and entered into a term loan credit agreement with HPS Investment Partners, LLC as term loan agent and an ABL credit agreement with KeyBank National Association as ABL agent and joint collateral agent. The accession of Alchemy Transatlantic-S GmbH and the granting of the comprehensive security package involving various jurisdictions was completed in October 2024. Homburger advised Alchemy on all aspects of Swiss law with the transaction.
Alchemy produces non-ferrous metal powders, with a focus on copper and aluminum powder, serving diverse end-markets including chemicals, automotive, and industrial sectors worldwide.
The Homburger team was led by Daniel Haeberli and included Simone Gloor and Manuel Adassery (all Financing) as well as Stefan Oesterhelt (Tax).

Homburger advised Alchemy US Holdco 1 LLC on the refinancing of its term loan and ABL credit agreements

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Homburger advises SIX Group AG in connection with the contemplated acquisition of Aquis Exchange Plc

Homburger acts as counsel to SIX Group AG in connection with the contemplated acquisition of Aquis Exchange Plc, which was announced on November 11, 2024. SIX Group AG operates a fully integrated exchange value chain across the Swiss and Spanish financial centres, thus ensuring access to the capital markets and the flow of information and money between financial market players. Aquis Exchange Plc is Europe&#8217;s challenger exchange, creating better markets for a modern economy. Aquis Exchange Plc has market-leading technology and innovative rules for trading, and offer primary listings and secondary trading of equities, along with global licensing of proprietary technology.
Homburger advises SIX Group AG with regard to all Swiss legal aspects of the acquisition.
The Homburger team is co-led by Jürg Frick and Stefan Kramer (both Banking / Finance) and includes Benjamin Leisinger, Stefan Bindschedler, Alexander Wherlock, Sofiya Shavlak and Riccardo Pompeo (all Banking / Finance) as well as Stefan Oesterhelt (Tax).

We have longstanding experience with international financing transactions, including syndicated lending and acquisition financing, asset financing, export financing, real estate finance and financial restructurings financing. Our core competencies include:
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<li>Syndicated, secured and unsecured loan financing</li>
<li>Acquisition and export financings as well as financing of real estate transactions</li>
<li>Asset financing, including covered bonds and securitizations</li>
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We lead the way when it comes to developing and documenting investment products, including complex and customized structured products. Our core competencies include:
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<li>Developing and documenting of structured products</li>
<li>Advising Swiss and international private equity, hedge fund, and other fund managers on the structuring and distribution of funds</li>
<li>Developing and obtaining all authorizations for innovative investment products</li>
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Der Rettungsschirm für die Strombranche ist aufgespannt

No to reform of withholding tax and transfer stamp duty

Homburger advised UBS Switzerland AG on CHF 3.6 bn credit facilities for Alpiq

Homburger advised Alchemy US Holdco 1 LLC on the refinancing of its term loan and ABL credit agreements

Homburger advises SIX Group AG in connection with the contemplated acquisition of Aquis Exchange Plc

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