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Whistleblower System to Help Clarify the Signa Bankruptcy
The investigation into the insolvency of the Signa real estate empire is progressing. A new whistleblower system is now intended to help bring transparency to complex corporate structures through information from employees and creditors and to reveal previously undiscovered information.
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Signa Group in Crisis: Saudi Arabian Sovereign Wealth Fund Seeks Complete Takeover of Selfridges
The economic turbulence surrounding the Austrian Signa Group has taken a new turn: The Saudi sovereign wealth fund Public Investment Fund (PIF) is planning a complete takeover of the renowned British department store Selfridges. This announcement comes at a time when Signa, under the leadership of founder René Benko, is facing significant financial challenges.
July 25, 2024
Austria Businesses Heading for a Record Year of Bankruptcies in 2024
Austria is facing a possible record year for corporate insolvencies in 2024. The current economic situation shows a significant increase in insolvencies, especially in the first half of the year.
July 15, 2024
Reorganization Proceedings of Signa Prime Selection Fail in Court for the Time Being
In a significant decision, the Vienna Higher Regional Court (OLG) upheld the appeal of the Finanzprokuratur against the trustee restructuring plan of Signa Prime Selection AG. The reorganization plan previously confirmed by the Commercial Court of Vienna was thus annulled.
July 8, 2024
Signa Group Stabilizes After Insolvency: Former CFO Retires
Following the collapse of the real estate group Signa, the former CFO Manuel Pirolt sees the company stabilized and announces his resignation.
June 20, 2024
René Benko Business Scandal: Abu Dhabi's Ruling Family Demands Millions Back
The ruling family of Abu Dhabi, led by Crown Prince Mohamed bin Zayed al Nahyan, is demanding the return of 250 million euros from René Benko via the International Court of Arbitration (ICC) in Paris.
May 14, 2024