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Acuity Knowledge Partners acquires Ascent

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September 24, 2025

ACUITY Knowledge Partners (Acuity), a leading global provider of bespoke research, data management, analytics and AI solutions to the financial services sector, has announced that it has exchanged on the acquisition of Ascent. The transaction is expected to close on 30 September.

Acuity Knowledge Partners acquires Ascent

From left: Ascent Chief Executive Officer Stewart Smythe, Acuity Knowledge Partners Chief Operating Officer Jon O'Donnell, and Chief Executive Officer Robert King

This strategic move significantly expands Acuity's Data and Technology Services (DTS) division, and its offering of technology and AI led services and solutions.

Ascent, a leading European provider of AI-powered digital transformation services, supports over 170 clients globally, with 550 data, software, and cloud specialists operating across seven European jurisdictions.

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