Acuity Knowledge Partners acquires Ascent
Daily FT
|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.
-
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.
यह कहानी Daily FT के September 24, 2025 संस्करण से ली गई है।
हजारों चुनिंदा प्रीमियम कहानियों और 10,000 से अधिक पत्रिकाओं और समाचार पत्रों तक पहुंचने के लिए मैगज़्टर गोल्ड की सदस्यता लें।
क्या आप पहले से ही ग्राहक हैं? साइन इन करें
Daily FT से और कहानियाँ
Daily FT
Sri Lanka’s collision with nature: Lessons from India to address agrarian question and employment
NATURE seems to be at war with a market-driven investment pattern slowly decaying the means of survival for the masses.
9 mins
January 03, 2026
Daily FT
Thikshila de Silva rattles CCC
BOTTOM of the table Chilaw Marians CC had CCC in a bit of bother, capturing four wickets for 62 runs by the close of the first day after they had been dismissed for 185 in their Major Club 3-day League match played at the Colts grounds yesterday.
2 mins
January 03, 2026
Daily FT
Global markets open 2026 higher
GLOBAL stock markets began 2026 on a positive note, with major indices in Britain and South Korea reaching record levels as investor optimism around artificial intelligence extended into the New Year.
1 mins
January 03, 2026
Daily FT
Rooted in Change: Kelani Valley's bold climate crusade with UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka
IN a world gasping under the weight of its own carbon footprint, where floods wash away futures and droughts rewrite destinies, sustainability leadership can no longer be a lofty ambition-it must be a grounded commitment.
4 mins
January 03, 2026
Daily FT
Russel's hosts Christmas decorations competition at head office
Russel's successfully hosted its annual Christmas Decorations Competition among its divisions at the Russel's Head Office in Punchi Borella, bringing together employees to celebrate the true spirit of Christmas through creativity, unity, and festive cheer.
1 min
January 03, 2026
Daily FT
What is local governance?
LOCAL governance is about managing public affairs at the community level.
5 mins
January 03, 2026
Daily FT
AMF withdraws proposed listed high-yield bond issue
ASSOCIATED Motor Finance Company PLC (AMF) yesterday announced the withdrawal of its proposed listed, rated, unsecured, subordinated, redeemable high-yield bond issue to raise Rs.
1 min
January 03, 2026
Daily FT
Oil posts sharpest yearly drop since pandemic
OIL prices recorded their steepest annual decline since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2025, with markets facing continued pressure from excess supply as producers pump more crude than the global economy requires.
1 min
January 03, 2026
Daily FT
Cleantech and Pepsi partner to accelerate Sri Lanka's circular economy journey
CLEANTECH Ltd., since 1998 has played a pivotal role in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across key areas in Colombo.
2 mins
January 03, 2026
Daily FT
Sports Ministry issues clarification on provision of Sugathadasa Stadium for musical concert
THE Sports Ministry yesterday issued the following clarification over the situation that has arisen concerning the use of the Sugathadasa Stadium for a musical concert.
1 min
January 03, 2026
Listen
Translate
Change font size