Lars Förberg
Lars Förberg is a prominent Swedish investor and co-founder of Cevian Capital, one of Europe's largest activist investment firms. Established in 2001, Cevian focuses on acquiring undervalued companies that exhibit management inefficiencies, aiming to implement strategic changes and enhance their long-term profitability. Förberg, known for his assertive yet amicable approach, has become a significant player in European finance, particularly in Swiss companies. His investment philosophy emphasizes deep engagement with target firms, and he has a keen interest in transforming poorly performing businesses into competitive entities.
Born on Jan 01, 1964 (61 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 3 | 5.00 | 0.24% | +10% | 8,654,622 | 22,631 | $700,000 | 1,830$ |
| Totals | 3 | 8,654,622 | 22,631 | $700,000 | 1,830$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Switzerland:
Lars Förberg is an investor who criticized the Swiss government for imposing stricter capital rules on UBS.
5
Switzerland:
Lars Förberg, a significant UBS shareholder, warned that UBS may have to leave Switzerland if stricter regulations are implemented.
6
Switzerland:
Lars Förberg is one of the most important shareholders of UBS and believes that the proposals for stricter banking regulations will seal the fate of UBS as a Swiss bank.
4
Switzerland:
Lars Förberg, the head of Cevian, criticized Baloise's profitability and called for changes.
4
Switzerland:
Cevian CEO Lars Förberg commented on Baloise's need for a new strategy.
5
Switzerland:
Lars Förberg, the head of Cevian, criticized Baloise's profitability and suggested it withdraw from the German market.
5
Germany:
Lars Förberg, the head of Cevian, has been demanding that Baloise abandon its German business.
5
Switzerland:
Lars Förberg is a powerful investor in Europe and the founder of Cevian, known for his strategies in corporate restructuring.
7