Penta Investment Group has acquired 100% ownership of Vltava-Labe-Press, a key media company in the Czech Republic, to enhance its investment strategy and digital capabilities in the region.
Target Information
Penta Investment Group has successfully concluded the acquisition of Verlagsgruppe Passau, securing 100% ownership of Vltava-Labe-Press, a.s., a significant media entity in the Czech Republic. This acquisition aligns seamlessly with Penta’s investment strategy aimed at expanding its influence in Central Europe.
Vltava-Labe-Press plays a pivotal role in the Czech media landscape, primarily known for its flagship publication, the Deník newspaper. Penta plans to leverage the inherent potential of Deník while prioritizing enhancements to regional news coverage, thus amplifying the newspaper's significance within Prague and Central Bohemia. Furthermore, a comprehensive digital transformation of the publishing company is on the horizon.
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Industry Overview
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