Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on January 5, 2026

Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on January 5, 2026

Jan 5 (Reuters) - British private equity firm Oakley Capital said on Monday it will acquire a majority stake in Global Loan Agency Services (GLAS), a debt administration services provider, through one of its funds.
The company did not specify how much GLAS was valued at, but said its indirect contribution through the fund was expected to be up to roughly 55 million pounds ($73.9 million) for the investment.
Sky News reported the deal first on Sunday which valued GLAS at about 1 billion pounds.
($1 = 0.7447 pounds)
(Reporting by Ankita Bora in Bengaluru)
Private equity refers to investment funds that buy and restructure companies that are not publicly traded. These investments are typically made by private equity firms or investors seeking to improve the financial performance of the acquired companies.
A majority stake refers to owning more than 50% of a company's shares, which gives the stakeholder significant control over the company's decisions and operations.
Debt administration involves managing and overseeing the processes related to debt collection, repayment, and restructuring. It ensures that debts are handled efficiently and in compliance with legal regulations.
An investment fund is a pool of money collected from multiple investors to invest in various assets, such as stocks, bonds, or real estate, managed by a professional fund manager.
A valuation is the process of determining the current worth of an asset or a company based on various factors, including market conditions, financial performance, and potential for future growth.
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