CroatiaThe German battery manufacturer Varta is facing a severe financial crisis and is undergoing significant restructuring. Key creditors, including Deutsche Bank and several investment firms, want to separate the household battery division and transfer it into a new ownership structure, which they claim is the most viable option to save parts of the company. According to an independent analysis by consulting firm FTI, Varta requires liquidity worth millions of euros to continue operations and additional capital for long-term sustainability. Despite intense discussions, no investor has yet been found willing to provide the necessary funds. The creditors now intend to exercise their rights under the 2024 financing restructuring agreements, though implementation remains subject to regulatory approvals. Varta previously faced an existential crisis two years ago and underwent restructuring under Germany’s insolvency law. However, the current plans suggest that previous restructuring was insufficient. Austrian entrepreneur and co-owner of Varta, Michael Tojner, intends to continue managing parts of the company but only through further restructuring and 'sharp cuts.' He criticized banks for b
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