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Deutsche Boerse to buy General Atlantic's stake in ISS STOXX for $1.31 billion
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on February 11, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 11, 2026
Quick Summary
Deutsche Boerse will buy General Atlantic's 20% stake in ISS STOXX for $1.31 billion, enhancing its financial performance.
Deutsche Boerse to buy General Atlantic's stake in ISS STOXX for $1.31 billion
Deutsche Boerse's Strategic Acquisition
Feb 11 (Reuters) - German exchange operator Deutsche Boerse said on Wednesday it would buy General Atlantic's remaining 20% stake in data, analytics, and index provider ISS STOXX for 1.1 billion euros ($1.31 billion).
Details of the Transaction
Deutsche Boerse will pay the U.S. private equity firm in two tranches, with 731 million euros due in February and the rest in March. The deal will be funded through cash and existing debt facilities, Deutsche Boerse added.
Expected Financial Impact
The deal is expected to give a low single-digit boost to Deutsche Boerse's cash earnings per share in the first year of full ownership.
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(Reporting by Abu Sultan in Bengaluru; Editing by Krishna Chandra Eluri and Rashmi Aich)
Key Takeaways
- •Deutsche Boerse to acquire 20% stake in ISS STOXX.
- •The transaction is valued at $1.31 billion.
- •Payment will be made in two tranches.
- •Deal expected to boost cash earnings per share.
- •Funded through cash and existing debt facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions about Deutsche Boerse to buy General Atlantic's stake in ISS STOXX for $1.31 billion
1What is Deutsche Boerse?
Deutsche Boerse is a German financial services company that operates the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and provides trading, clearing, and settlement services for various financial instruments.
2What is ISS STOXX?
ISS STOXX is a data, analytics, and index provider that offers various financial indices used for benchmarking and investment purposes.
3What is a private equity firm?
A private equity firm is an investment management company that provides capital to companies in exchange for equity ownership, often focusing on restructuring and improving the companies' operations.
4What is a strategic acquisition?
A strategic acquisition is a purchase of another company that aligns with the acquiring company's strategic goals, often aimed at enhancing market position, expanding product offerings, or achieving operational synergies.
