The 14th General Meeting of Shareholders of Zug Estates Holding Ltd concluded with unanimous approval of all proposals presented by the Board of Directors, demonstrating strong investor confidence in the company's leadership and strategic direction. The meeting, held at the Theater Casino Zug with 220 shareholders representing 81.3% of voting shares, confirmed key financial and governance decisions that will shape the company's future operations and growth trajectory.
Shareholders approved the distribution of CHF 25.0 million to shareholders for the 2025 financial year, representing a significant return to investors. The ordinary gross dividend subject to withholding tax is CHF 4.90 per series A registered share and CHF 49.00 per series B registered share. After payment of 35% Swiss withholding tax, a net dividend of CHF 3.19 per series A registered share and CHF 31.85 per series B registered share will be paid as of Tuesday, 14 April 2026. This dividend distribution comes as the company maintains its focus on centrally located properties in the Zug region that enable a variety of uses and support sustainable development.
All members of the Board of Directors nominated for re-election were confirmed for a further term of one year, ensuring continuity in corporate governance. Beat Schwab was confirmed as Chairman of the Board of Directors, while Johannes Stockli and Joelle Zimmerli were re-elected to the Nomination and Compensation Committee. In a consultative vote, the General Meeting approved the Compensation Report and confirmed the compensation for the members of the Board of Directors and Group Management, reflecting shareholder satisfaction with current leadership structures.
By approving an amendment to the Articles of Association, Zug Estates Holding AG is introducing a capital band, thereby making its capital structure more flexible. This strategic move provides the company with greater agility in managing its financial resources and pursuing growth opportunities. The governance changes provide enhanced flexibility for future corporate actions, allowing the company to respond more effectively to market conditions and investment opportunities. The 15th General Meeting of Shareholders of Zug Estates Holding AG will take place on 13 April 2027.
The company's property portfolio primarily comprises two sites in Zug and Risch-Rotkreuz, with a total value of CHF 1.94 billion as at 31 December 2025. The Group also operates a city resort in Zug consisting of the leading business hotels Park Hotel Zug and City Garden, plus a range of restaurants. Further information about the company is available at https://www.zugestates.ch. These decisions come as the company continues to focus on properties that enable a variety of uses and support sustainable development in the strategically important Zug region.
