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Taking over an accounting or fiduciary firm in Switzerland: how to evaluate the client base?
Taking over a fiduciary firm in Switzerland requires a rigorous evaluation of its client portfolio, which often represents 70 to 80% of its value. This guide details the essential criteria for analysing mandate recurrence, client diversification and valuation methods specific to the sector.
The most sought-after sectors by buyers in Switzerland in 2026
The Swiss business acquisition market is evolving rapidly. Certain sectors particularly attract buyers in 2026 thanks to their stability, growth potential and profitability. Discover the 8 most sought-after areas and how to identify the one that matches your profile.
Trends in the business succession market in French-speaking Switzerland in 2026
The business succession market in French-speaking Switzerland is undergoing a major structural transformation in 2026. Between the demographic wave of baby boomers, new buyer profiles and accelerated digitalisation, supply and demand dynamics are being profoundly reconfigured. This analysis deciphers the key trends, sectors under pressure and opportunities emerging for sellers and buyers.
The "seller financing" guide: How to facilitate the sale of your SME in Switzerland
Seller financing (seller credit) allows the seller to finance part of the sale price, thereby facilitating the transfer of their SME. This solution expands the pool of potential buyers, accelerates the sale and can optimise the final price. Well structured with the right legal guarantees, seller financing secures the transaction whilst unlocking complex sales.
Selling or liquidating your company in Switzerland: Which is the most profitable solution?
Close or sell your business? The choice has a major tax impact. In Switzerland, liquidating a Sàrl can result in a tax burden up to 50% higher than a sale, even for modest structures. This detailed comparison helps you make the most profitable decision.
Selling your business discreetly: How to protect your trade secrets
The fear that your employees, clients or competitors might discover your business is for sale is legitimate. An information leak can destabilise your teams, worry your partners and weaken your position. Fortunately, tools and strategies exist to conduct a confidential business sale whilst protecting your trade secrets.
Why most SME owners overvalue their business (and how to avoid failure)
The majority of SME owners overestimate the value of their business, often by 30 to 50%. This overvaluation stems from psychological biases and analytical errors that cause the sale to fail. This article deciphers the reasons for this disconnect and proposes concrete methods to obtain a realistic and defensible valuation.
Selling your limited company (AG) in Switzerland: The 7 preparation stages
Selling a limited company (AG) in Switzerland requires meticulous preparation that begins 3 to 5 years before the transaction. This guide details the 7 essential stages for structuring your sale, optimising valuation and guaranteeing the confidentiality of the process.
Taking over a business in French-speaking Switzerland: From lease to Commercial Register
Taking over a business in French-speaking Switzerland involves mastering several specific administrative aspects: from transferring the commercial lease to cantonal authorisations, through to registration in the Commercial Register. This guide details the concrete steps to successfully complete your business takeover.
Financing a business acquisition in Switzerland: options, banks and support
Financing a business acquisition in Switzerland requires a clear strategy and knowledge of available options. From personal equity to bank credit, including guarantee organisations and alternative solutions, several levers enable you to structure your financing. This guide details concrete solutions and required documents to build a solid application.
Transferring your business to your employees (MBO): The guide to success in Switzerland
Management Buy-Out (MBO) enables you to transfer your business to your executives and employees, ensuring continuity and preservation of values. This internal succession solution offers unique human and strategic advantages, but requires rigorous preparation on financial, legal and organisational levels.
Taxes on the sale of a business in Switzerland: Avoiding tax pitfalls
The sale of shares in Switzerland is theoretically tax-exempt, but several tax pitfalls can transform this exemption into heavy taxation. Indirect partial liquidation, withholding tax and the distinction between private and commercial assets are all risks that can reduce the net gain by up to 50%.
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