Case Studies

1996—2013
Česká pojišťovna is one of the companies that have the longest tradition on the Czech market. The company’s history dates back to 1827, when its predecessor, První česká vzájemná pojišťovna, was established.

2002—2004
In a period of just under two years PPF Group succeeded in a major restructuring of TV NOVA, which resulted in a highly successful exit whereby TV NOVA was sold to the leading CEE broadcaster, CME, in 2004.

2011—2012
PPF Group seeks investment opportunities involving companies that need restructuring but lack strong financial backing or competent management. PPF is primarily interested in investment transactions worth 100 million euros and more. These conditions were met by Sazka , particularly during the time when the company was managed by Aleš Hušák and began to face insolvency (2010-2011).

2012—2015
In 2012, PPF Group decided to enter the Czech telecommunications market. Following a failed attempt at winning LTE frequencies in an auction to set up a new mobile operator, PPF bought Telefónica O2 CR from its Spanish owner.