LSEG In Talks To Acquire Credit Intelligence Provider Octus From Permira For ~$3.5B

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is in negotiations to acquire credit intelligence provider Octus from Permira for approximately $3.5 billion. This acquisition aims to enhance LSEG's capabilities in the financial services sector. The deal is expected to strengthen LSEG's position in the market, although specific financial impacts on revenue or profit have not been disclosed.