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Equistone-Backed Acuity Knowledge Partners Acquires Cians Analytics, Consolidating A Leading Position In The Global Financial Services Outsourcing Market

Sep 12, 2022•almost 3 years ago

Acquiring Company

Acuity Knowledge Partners

Acquired Company

Cians Analytics

LondonConsultingAnalyticsFinanceFinancial ServicesFinancial ServicesAnalytics

Description

Acuity Knowledge Partners (“Acuity”), a leading provider of high-value research, analytics and business intelligence to the financial services sector, today announced the acquisition of Cians Analytics (“Cians”), a provider of high-quality, cost-effective research and analytical support for financial institutions. This acquisition will allow Acuity to offer enhanced support in the field of knowledge process outsourcing (KPO) and help streamline the operations of financial firms globally. The financial terms of the transaction were undisclosed.

Company Information

Company

Acuity Knowledge Partners

Location

Poultry

London, England, United Kingdom

About

Acuity Knowledge Partners is a leading research, analytics, and business intelligence consultant to the financial services sector. The company’s network of analysts and industry experts, combined with advanced data and technology, supports over 420 financial institutions and consulting companies worldwide to operate more efficiently, and unlock their human capital, driving revenues higher and transforming operations. It specialises in investment banking, investment research, private equity & consulting and commercial lending. Acuity is headquartered in London and operates from nine locations worldwide. In 2019, the company was established as a separate business from Moody’s Corporation through its acquisition from Equistone Partners. www.acuitykp.com

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