Dalata Hotel Group: UBS Acquires Major Holdings

Dalata Hotel Group PLC has announced a significant change in its shareholding structure. UBS Group AG, primarily through UBS Investment Bank & Wealth Management, has crossed the 3% threshold in financial instruments relating to Dalata, reaching an overall holding of 4.44%. This was achieved by acquiring 2.98% of voting rights via financial instruments, in addition to holding 1.46% through actual shares. The crossing of this threshold was dated on 14 March 2025 and formally notified on 18 March 2025.

This acquisition places UBS in a more influential position within Dalata's shareholder landscape. It is part of a chain of controlled undertakings under UBS Group AG and UBS AG, with potential implications for Dalata's strategic direction. The acquisition reflects UBS's strategic interests in the hospitality sector, potentially aiming to leverage Dalata's market presence.