SIX to Acquire Worldline’s Data Management Arm
SIX has agreed to acquire the electronic data management business from Worldline (formerly CETREL Securities). It strengthens SIX’s position in the regulatory compliance and sanctioned securities monitoring space.
Details of the Acquisition
The transaction involves SIX taking over Worldline’s electronic data management unit. It assists clients in meeting regulatory requirements and minimizing compliance risks. This acquisition enhances SIX’s capabilities in the monitoring of sanctioned securities. It’s an area gaining increasing importance amid tightening global regulations.
Expected Closing Timeline
The acquisition is expected to close in the first half of 2026. The transaction is still subject to customary regulatory approvals before completion.
SIX’s Support for Worldline’s Transformation Plans
SIX has expressed its support for Worldline’s transformation initiatives in parallel with the acquisition. It plans to back the related proposals during Worldline’s upcoming extraordinary general meeting. However, despite this support, SIX will not take part in Worldline’s announced capital increase, in line with its capital allocation and growth priorities.
Financial Impact on SIX’s 2025 Results
SIX’s 2025 Group net result will reflect an estimated non-cash impact of approximately CHF -550 million. This is mainly due to Worldline’s goodwill impairment. It was disclosed in its 2025 half-year results. SIX expects its Group net result to be around CHF 250 million excluding these Worldline-related effects. The Board of Directors also plans to propose a stable dividend for 2025.
About SIX
SIX is a global financial services provider specializing in infrastructure for the financial sector. It offers services across securities trading, settlement, and information dissemination to enhance efficiency, quality, and innovative capacity. SIX combines advanced technology and data to make financial transactions more secure and efficient.
About Worldline
Worldline is a global payment technology company. It designs and operates digital solutions to process, secure, and facilitate transactions both online and in-store. The company provides services such as point-of-sale terminals, payment gateways, acquiring and issuing services, account-to-account payments, open banking, and digital transaction solutions for banks and merchants. In 2024, the company reported revenues of €4.63 billion and an adjusted EBITDA of €1.07 billion.
Summing Up
The acquisition will expand SIX’s presence in regulatory data management and strengthen its market position. The short-term financials reflect an impact due to Worldline’s impairment, but SIX’s forward-looking approach and support for Worldline’s transformation shows focus on long-term growth and value creation.
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