Acquiring Company
Cembra
Acquired Company
Santander's Swiss auto financing business
ZurichSwitzerlandFinancial ServicesFinanceLendingBankingFinancial ServicesLendingDescription
Cembra has completed its acquisition of a substantial part of Santander's Swiss auto financing business, adding approximately CHF 800 million of leasing assets. CHF 670 million was consolidated as of 2 November 2026, with the remainder following in 2027. The deal also transfers manufacturer partnership agreements and establishes an exclusive pan-European leasing and financing partnership with Santander in Switzerland. The transaction is expected to be EPS accretive from 2027 and increase return on equity by around 25 basis points from 2028.
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Who acquired Santander's Swiss auto financing business?
Santander's Swiss auto financing business was acquired by Cembra, based in Zurich. The deal was reported on November 2, 2026. Cembra is a leading Swiss provider of innovative financing and payment solutions, including personal loans, auto leases and loans, credit cards, and savings products. Cembra is privately held and operates in Financial Services.
When did Cembra acquire Santander's Swiss auto financing business?
Cembra's acquisition of Santander's Swiss auto financing business was reported on November 2, 2026. Cembra has completed its acquisition of a substantial part of Santander's Swiss auto financing business, adding approximately CHF 800 million of leasing assets. CHF 670 million was consolidated as of 2 November 2026, with the remainder following in 2027. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Santander's Swiss auto financing business do?
Santander's Swiss auto financing business is the Swiss automotive financing unit of Santander, a substantial part of which is being acquired by Cembra. It is privately held, operating in Financial Services, and is based in Switzerland.
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