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Ringier AG
Ringier AG was established as a publishing house in 1833. Michael Ringier serves as chairman and major shareholder. The underlying wealth stems from media...
Ringier AG
Ringier AG was established as a publishing house in 1833. Michael Ringier serves as chairman and major shareholder. The underlying wealth stems from media operations. Ringier AG allocates to private equity at a current 1.7% weight against a 2% target. Confirmed holdings include a 29.5% stake in SMG Swiss Marketplace Group and a 50% joint venture in JobCloud AG. The firm also holds positions in LiveScore Group and Ticketcorner AG. Geographic exposure centers on Switzerland with additional reach through LiveScore Group operations. The pension scheme manages disclosed assets of $1.15B. Ringier AG maintains offices in Zurich. Marc Walder founded digitalswitzerland. The firm attended the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos in January 2023. Ringier AG structures ownership through direct stakes and joint ventures rather than external fund commitments. Governance ties the pension vehicle to the operating media company under shared leadership.
General information
Firm type
Pension Fund
Year founded
1833
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Switzerland
City
Zurich
Corporate office
Dufourstrasse 23, 8008 Zurich, Switzerland
Principals
Michael Ringier
Chairman
Marc Walder
CEO
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Ringier AG?
Marc Walder serves as CEO. Michael Ringier acts as chairman and major shareholder. Investment advisors include Marcau Partners AG since 2018.
Does Ringier AG participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The firm allocates via direct ownership in operating businesses. Positions include stakes in SMG Swiss Marketplace Group and JobCloud AG.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
Wealth originates from Ringier AG media and publishing operations founded in 1833.
What is Ringier AG's known posture on co-investments alongside external GPs?
Ringier AG partners with Mobiliar and KKR in digital marketplace ventures.
Does Ringier AG maintain philanthropic structures?
The Ellen und Michael Ringier Stiftung focuses on health causes including support for the Ellen Ringier Rehabilitation Wing at Sheba Medical Center.
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