M&A

The move will expand StoneX’s client base and provide greater access to liquidity across fixed income markets, said the firm. 

Deal is expected to close in H2 2025; current co-CEOs Guy Rowcliffe and John Stewart will remain at OSTTRA and continue to lead the company.

Acquisition marks one of the largest in the digital asset world with Ripple set to “inject billions of dollars of capital” as it looks to scale the business.

Cash consideration values the entire issued and to be issued ordinary share capital of TISE at an estimated £70.4 million.

Move is set to enhance equity research and investment banking; acquisition subject to regulatory approval.

Over the next five years, the platform seeks to reach more than €8 billion in investment commitments, with a focus on the growth of institutional funds. 

The joint asset management company – Kepler Cheuvreux Unigestion Equities – is set to specialise in quantitative strategies for public equities.

Through the deal, Autochartist’s cloud-based analytics and data engine is set to be integrated into oneZero’s offering.

Through this acquisition, StoneX is set to further enhance its fixed income offering and presence across Europe.

The two entities have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a joint venture between their respective asset management operations - Generali Investments Holdings and Natixis Investment Managers.