Acuity Knowledge Partners completed a deal with funds advised by Permira, alongside Equistone's reinvestment, allowing them to leverage significant growth opportunities in the financial services sector.

Target Information

Acuity Knowledge Partners is a premier provider of high-value research, analytics, and business intelligence tailored for the financial services sector. With a robust client base comprising over 500 global blue-chip firms, Acuity caters to banks, asset managers, advisory firms, private equity houses, and consulting businesses. The firm's diverse team, including analysts, industry experts, and data scientists, collaborates closely with clients, leveraging proprietary technology to enhance operational efficiency, increase revenues, and transform business practices.

Headquartered in London, Acuity boasts a significant global presence with operations in various countries including the USA, India, Sri Lanka, Costa Rica, China, and Dubai, UAE. Since its establishment following a carve-out from Moody's Inc., Acuity has shown remarkable growth, with revenues nearly doubling from $110 million in 2019 to $227 million in 2022 and expanding its workforce to over 5,500 employees.

Industry Overview

The financial services sector is currently witnessing a rapid transformation, mainly driven by technological advancements and evolving client expectations. In the UK, there is an increasing demand for specialized outsourcing services, particularly in research and analytics. F