Investec Bank has increased its stake in Capitalmind AG Switzerland, acquiring a majority shareholding. The M&A advisory specialist will now operate under the Investec brand and has been integrated into the bank’s European advisory business, according to a statement released Tuesday.

This move underlines Investec's strategy of expanding its advisory operations in key European markets. Back in 2023, the Anglo-South African bank had already acquired Capitalmind's businesses in the Benelux, France, Germany, and the Nordic countries.

Unlocking Investment Opportunities in and for Switzerland

«This acquisition strengthens our presence in Switzerland and enhances collaboration among our teams across all regions. It allows us to work even more closely together to unlock international investment opportunities for Swiss clients while also identifying Swiss opportunities for global investors,» Jonathan Arrowsmith, Head of Investment Banking at Investec, commented.

Markus Decker, co-founder of Capitalmind Switzerland and now Managing Partner Switzerland at Investec, added: «This integration enables us to leverage the resources of our entire team and provide our Swiss clients with innovative ideas and solutions through our network of M&A experts.»

Longstanding Swiss Presence

Investec has been active in Switzerland since 1978, operating not only in advisory but also in private banking and lending.

According to the release, Investec's M&A division advised on 34 transactions across Europe in the first half of 2025, with a combined deal volume of 11.5 billion Euros.