Jointly developed by EY, Technopolis Group and T33, this report provides a Workers’ Buyout overview within a European context, defines WBO and the most common models, as well as current trends and insights within the WBO context. The assessment is further enriched with insights collected from the countries analysed, such as the mapping of the WBO frameworks in France, Spain, Italy and Slovenia and the in-depth case studies.

The report provides main conclusions and recommendations, including understanding of the needs and preconditions for the establishment of WBO, financial implications, potential conditions for use of ESF+ financial assistance – (financial instruments, in tandem with supporting grants) and the suggested next steps at EU level.

Matthieu Lacave
Managing partner