Press release 2024/07/22
Today, Galenica notified the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) of its 10% stake in Redcare Pharmacy N.V.
As part of the strategic partnership between Galenica and Redcare Pharmacy through the establishment of the joint venture Mediservice, Galenica has held a 7.9% stake in Redcare Pharmacy since May 2023. By increasing its participation, Galenica is strengthening its cooperation with Redcare Pharmacy, which has developed positively since the partnership was established. Galenica believes in the successful further development of Europe’s leading online pharmacy and intends to maintain its investment in Redcare Pharmacy in the long term. By increasing its stake to more than 10%, Galenica will be able to benefit from tax-free dividends and capital gains in the future. There are no plans to further increase the investment.
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