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Bär & Karrer is pleased to contribute to the 14th
edition of Global Legal Insights – Mergers & Acquisitions
2025 with a detailed overview of the M&A environment in
Switzerland.
This chapter provides a legal overview and recent updates on
Switzerland's M&A landscape, outlining the legal frameworks
for both private and public transactions. It highlights
Switzerland's investor-friendly environment, noting the broad
contractual flexibility and minimal bureaucracy in private
transactions, while detailing the rules governing public takeovers.
The article also examines key legislative developments, including
the changes with the revision of the corporate law, the planned
Investment Screening Act and the upcoming revision to financial
market regulation. In addition, it addresses how these legal
frameworks interact with current market dynamics.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
