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“AI should be seen as a tool, not a solution on its own” – in conversation with Martin Møller Paarse, COO, Liva Healthcare

In early February 2025, Liva Healthcare, a UK-based digital health company, acquired Discover Momenta and its subsidiary, Momenta Newcastle, for an undisclosed sum. Liva offers human-led therapeutic intervention programmes aimed at addressing chronic lifestyle diseases, such as type 2 diabetes. HBI caught up with Martin Møller Paarse, COO of Liva Healthcare, to explore the evolving digital healthcare landscape in the UK and Europe, along with investment opportunities, market consolidation, and Liva’s mission in the sector.
February 27, 2025

Fresenius surpasses expectations in 2024, driven by Kabi growth and strategic restructuring

Fresenius, Germany’s largest for-profit hospital group, has just released its 2024 annual results, and CEO Michael Sen’s “Future Fresenius” strategy is in full swing. The company beat market expectations for FY24 earnings, with strong performance from its hospital drug unit, Kabi. The unit saw a 21% jump in EBIT year-on-year, hitting €340 million, driven by solid revenue growth and better productivity.
February 27, 2025

Germany’s 2025 election — what does it mean for private healthcare?

With Germany’s election results in, the healthcare landscape is rife with discussions about what lies ahead. While a number of conclusions can be drawn from these elections, the increasing polarisation of the German electorate is the most stark realisation. As a result, the Bundestag is likely to become more polarised and less willing to compromise. This expectation is further supported by speculation that the outgoing coalition and the CDU may work together to pass legislation before the new parliament convenes. Final results are to be confirmed on March 14.
February 27, 2025

KKR is now the largest shareholder in India’s cancer care giant, HCG

KKR, a US-based private equity firm, has acquired a majority stake in HealthCare Global (HCG), a Bengaluru-based cancer hospital chain, from CVC Capital in a $400 million deal (54% stake), following weeks of media speculation. Announced on 23 February, the deal includes an open offer that could raise KKR’s stake to 77%, making it HCG’s controlling shareholder.
February 27, 2025

Saudi Arabia’s SMC Hospitals eyes IPO

Saudi Arabian healthcare group SMC Hospitals is planning an initial public offering in Riyadh, as part of a trend of healthcare firms going public in the kingdom.
February 27, 2025

Four Seasons sells remaining 46 care homes for £241m

UK care home group Four Seasons has found buyers for the opco and propco of its 46 remaining care homes, bringing to an end the years-long liquidation process for what used to be the UK’s largest private elderly care home provider.
February 21, 2025
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