DC Advisory advises Information Publishing Limited on its acquisition of Copp Clark

Background

  • Information Publishing Limited is an investment holding company specializing in capital markets data and software. IPL helps the global financial community make informed decisions through data, including corporate actions, end of day pricing and economic data services
  • Since 1982, Copp Clark’s Holiday Data service has supplied operational calendars for global financial markets. Institutions across trading, asset management, clearing, and fintech use Copp Clark’s data to align trading‑day conventions and reduce settlement risk

Process

  • DC Advisory was exclusively engaged by IPL to advise on its strategic acquisition of Copp Clark, from curation to completion

Outcome

  • IPL acquired Copp Clark on 1st May 2025
  • This transaction positions IPL for prolonged and accelerated growth by supporting its long-term strategy to build and scale mission critical financial data businesses

“Shawn and DC Advisory were critical in navigating an extremely difficult and complex situation. Their guidance, professionalism and support ultimately resulted in a transformative acquisition for IPL. Shawn goes above and beyond. We couldn’t have picked a better advisor, and we look forward to a long partnership ahead”

Jonathan Bloch, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Information Publishing Limited
Date
Sectors
  • Media & Telecom
  • Technology & Software
Deal type
  • M&A Advisory
Deal locations
United States
Deal team

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