Category: Exit Briefs
Mercer’s master trust speeds up bulk annuity deals
By Piper Blackwell October 3, 2026
Mercer’s master trust accelerates bulk annuity deals, with 2025 hitting a record 350-375 transactions as efficiency boosts small to mid-sized pension schemes.
UK regulators oversee big tech companies directly
By Cleo Pemberton September 22, 2026
UK regulators oversee big tech companies directly, including Microsoft, under new framework.
DBS and Stripe Advance Agentic Payments in Asia-Pacific
By Cleo Pemberton September 16, 2026
DBS and Stripe advance agentic AI payments across the Asia-Pacific region, connecting regional cash management with global embedded finance tools.
Cleversoft Acquires FS Assist to Boost Reporting Services
By Marigold Whitmore September 14, 2026
Cleversoft acquires FS Assist to enhance its regulatory reporting services for UK and EU insurers and pension providers.
BC Court Rejects Fraudulent Conveyance Claim
By Piper Blackwell September 4, 2026
BC Court Dismisses Fraudulent Conveyance Claim Filed by Chinese Investment Companies. West Vancouver Properties Saved.
Capital Group appoints Standard Chartered tech chief CIO
By Piper Blackwell August 30, 2026
Capital Group CIO appointment brings Standard Chartered’s tech chief Guillermo Veiga to drive technology, data and AI for the leading investment manager.
Climate Shifts to Shake Global Commodity Markets
By Piper Blackwell August 29, 2026
Climate shifts are reshaping global commodity markets. Discover how extreme weather impacts financial stability and commodity prices.
Ontario regulator ends mutual fund redemption fees
By Piper Blackwell August 24, 2026
Ontario bans mutual fund redemption fees, saving investors money when cashing out holdings under new OSC rules.
Francisco Partners Acquires Weave in Digital Transactions Deal
By Marigold Whitmore August 19, 2026
Francisco Partners acquires Weave Communications Inc. for $650M, boosting digital transactions and healthcare payments software capabilities.
Restaurant tips go digital with new Toast feature
By Marigold Whitmore August 18, 2026
Restaurants can now automate tip calculations and payments with Toast’s new digital tipping feature, boosting efficiency and accuracy.