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London Stock Exchange Group in Talks to Acquire Octus for $3.5 Billion

5 reports, 4 independent Updated Oct 22
Gone quiet Reached 2 outlets in its first 24 hours
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5
Developments
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Repetition
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New informationRepeats or wire copies

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What happened

Some supportReported by 2 outlets

London Stock Exchange Group confirmed it is in discussions with Permira regarding the potential purchase of Octus for approximately $3.5 billion. Octus is a credit intelligence and data provider specializing in the full credit lifecycle, particularly in illiquid and private credit. The company stated that no final agreement has been reached and no transaction is guaranteed.

From investegate.co.uk, finchannel.com

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The potential acquisition would complement London Stock Exchange Group’s existing fixed income data and private markets solutions. Reports indicate that the purchase would be immediately accretive to London Stock Exchange Group’s Data & Analytics and Group revenue growth.

From investegate.co.uk, finchannel.com

Who's involved

  • PermiraPermira is in discussions regarding the potential purchase of Octus.
  • London Stock Exchange GroupLondon Stock Exchange Group is the company in discussions to acquire Octus.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • London Stock Exchange GroupSpeculative

    London Stock Exchange Group might see increased revenue growth in its Data & Analytics division through the expansion into private credit workflows.

  • PermiraSpeculative

    Permira might expand its investment portfolio in credit intelligence through the potential acquisition of Octus.

  • Jefferies Financial GroupSpeculative

    Jefferies Financial Group might face changes in market price channel as London Stock Exchange Group shares fell 4.7% following the announcement.

How it developed

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  1. LSEG reached an agreement to buy Octus with Permira's support.1 source
  2. LSEG completed the acquisition of Octus from Permira-advised funds.1 source
  3. Permira is in talks with LSEG about a potential acquisition.1 source
  4. LSEG confirmed talks with Permira regarding the potential purchase of Octus.1 source

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Coverage

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