Germany’s Siemens Studies Spinoff of Healthineers Stake (1)

Siemens AG is exploring the spinoff of a large part of its majority stake in Frankfurt-listed medical equipment unit Siemens Healthineers AG in a relatively untested structure, people familiar with the matter said.

The conglomerate has been talking to potential advisers on exit options for its 71% stake in Siemens Healthineers, said the people, who asked not to be identified as the information is private. It’s considering distributing the shares to its investors as a dividend, according to the people.

Siemens shares rose as much as 2.8% on Thursday in Frankfurt. The stock of Siemens Healthineers edged up 0.3%, giving ...