Observed Signal · Sep 30, 2026 · Market Signal · Source: Gimv · Impact: 2/5
Metis Group acquires Assmy & Böttger Electronic GmbH in Germany, marking its first step towards building an international footprint
Metis Group acquires Assmy & Böttger Electronic GmbH in Germany, marking its first step towards building an international footprint. Published on 30/09/2026.
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Heise & Dumrath Media Acquires Online Marketing Agency
Heise & Dumrath Medien, a subsidiary of the Heise Group, has completed a full acquisition of the online marketing agency OMA AG. The deal aims to expand the German publisher’s local marketing services for small and medium-sized enterprises across the German-speaking region. OMA AG, founded in 2016 by Jan Schneider, provides SEO, paid search (SEA) and social-media marketing; Schneider will remain with the company during a transition. Operational leadership is held by CEO Natascha Longo. Heise & Dumrath framed the takeover as part of a strategy to grow its European presence and strengthen national and international business. The parties did not disclose the purchase price. Heise has been present in Switzerland since 2018 via Heise RegioConcept GmbH in Zurich.
Otto Group leans on AI; posts stronger FY results
The Otto Group closed fiscal year 2025/26 with a significant increase in operating profit amid weak consumer sentiment and geopolitical uncertainty, driven by investments in AI, platform technology and automation. Operating profit (EBIT) rose sharply while comparable revenue remained stable. The company reports GMV growth and rising active customers, plans international expansion of its marketplace in 2026, and is investing in AI-driven personalization (including a Google Gemini-based shopping assistant) and logistics automation via a cooperation with Nvidia. Management and structural changes include Benjamin Otto becoming chair of the foundation and shareholders’ council in March 2026; Petra Scharner‑Wolff remains CEO. Otto plans roughly €350 million in tech and AI investments over coming years.
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