S&P Global Ratings affirmed its 'A/A-1' long- and short-term issuer credit ratings on SIX Group AG, as well as its 'A+/A-1' ratings on all operating subsidiaries. The stable outlooks for all rated entities within SIX Group reflect expectations that the group will successfully execute its 2027 strategy, achieve EBITDA margin expansion, and maintain financial leverage sustainably below 1.75x. S&P further considers the acquisition of Aquis as a potential strengthening of the competitive position of SIX Group.
Daniel Schmucki, CFO SIX: “We are very pleased with S&P Global Ratings' decision to revise our outlook to stable. This reflects our commitment to operational excellence and strategic growth. In particular, S&P Global’s recognition of the strategic significance of the Aquis acquisition serves as a strong endorsement of the direction we have chosen. We are confident in our ability to sustain strong financial performance, further reduce leverage, and successfully achieve our Scale Up 2027 targets.”
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About SIX
SIX serves the Swiss and Spanish financial centers and a broad international client base, offering stable and efficient infrastructure services. SIX operates stock exchanges and provides services in securities, financial information as well as the payments business. The company is owned by its users (about 120 financial institutions). With over 4,400 employees and a presence in 19 countries, SIX generated operating income of CHF 1.6 billion and EBITDA of CHF 443.7 million in 2024.
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