Emma Capital

At least four groups appear to be interested in the acquisition of Piraeus Bank's loans to Marfin Investment Group (MIG), which add up to almost 550 million euros.

Sources say that the already known suitors Emma Capital and Comer Group have been joined by a foreign private investment fund, as well as another vehicle belonging to the United Arab Emirates' state investment fund.

Czech-based lottery and gaming operator Sazka Group said it is looking at an initial public offering in London to help fund growth in Europe.

The group, owned by Czech investors Karel Komarek's KKCG group and Jiri Smejc's EMMA Capital, has become one of Europe's biggest betting operators after acquisitions in recent years.

Four companies or groups have qualified in the preliminary tender for the right to operate Turkey’s national lottery, Milli Piyango, Turkey’s Privatization Board said in a written statement May 28.