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WTS and EQT enter long-term strategic partnership following investment from EQT X
- EQT, through the EQT X fund, becomes an anchor investor in WTS, providing significant growth capital as part of a long-term and comprehensive strategic partnership
- EQT and WTS have a shared vision of significantly accelerating the Company’s growth in Germany and abroad, both organically and inorganically
- With EQT’s support, WTS plans to increase investments in digital services and artificial intelligence (AI) building on the Company’s already strong digital offering
STOCKHOLM, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — WTS Group (“WTS” or the “Company”), a full-service provider of tax and complementary financial advisory services, and EQT, a global private equity firm, are pleased to announce that the EQT X Fund (“EQT”) has become an anchor investor in WTS as part of a long-term strategic partnership. EQT and WTS aim to significantly accelerate the Company’s growth and jointly build a champion in the tax advisory industry.
Founded in Munich in 2000, WTS is now one of the leading independent players in the attractive tax advisory industry, with 14 locations in Germany, over 1,500 employees and an annual revenue of around EUR 250 million. WTS specialises in high-end advisory services for complex situations and counts 95 percent of the DAX40 companies, as well as numerous medium-sized global market leaders, among its clients. With a consistent technology-oriented advisory approach and the introduction of one of the leading AI solutions for tax functions (‘plAIground’), WTS is one of the pioneers of the digitalisation of the tax consultancy industry.
The strategic partnership is rooted in a shared vision that aims to create a tax advisory champion in Europe with a global reach, with EQT’s capital and M&A expertise used to fuel inorganic growth. This includes strengthening the international tax practice WTS Global and making further investment in new technologies, as well as expanding the breadth of complementary financial advisory services focussed on Office of the CFO activities.
“EQT is one of the largest private equity firms in the world. The WTS Executive Board is proud to be working with such a strong partner, who fully supports and shares our vision for the further development of the WTS Group. Together, we want to drive forward our 25-year success story and accelerate our ambitious expansion plans. WTS intends to become one of the leading brands for tax advice, tax technology and artificial intelligence for the tax industry in Europe,” explains Fritz Esterer, CEO of the WTS Group.
“WTS has established itself as a highly customer-oriented partner for corporate tax and finance functions with what we believe is a highly attractive business model. It combines industry, finance, consulting and technology expertise, while deliberately refraining from auditing annual financial statements to prevent conflicts with its consulting services. We have been following the development of WTS very closely for years and we are impressed by the Company’s performance and innovation mindset. We are very pleased to be working with Mr Esterer and his team to develop WTS into a leading European tax advisory firm,” comments Matthias Wittkowski, Partner and Global Co-Head Services at EQT.
The closing of the transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals and is expected to take place in the summer of 2025. With this transaction, EQT X is expected to be 50-55 percent invested (including closed and/or signed investments, announced public offers, if applicable, and less any expected syndication), subject to customary regulatory approvals.
WTS was advised by Rothschild & Co (financial) and Noerr (legal). EQT was advised by Hengeler Mueller.
Media contacts
WTS: Florian Kestler, florian.kestler@wts.de
EQT international media enquiries: Finn McLaughlan, EQT, finn.mclaughlan@eqtpartners.com
EQT DACH media enquiries: Isabel Henninger, Kekst CNC, isabel.henninger@kekstcnc.com
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WINDSOR, Conn., April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSNC) today announced that T. Rowe Price, a global investment management firm, has extended its transfer agency agreement with SS&C Global Investor and Distribution Solutions (GIDS) for its U.K. fund range. SS&C will provide transfer agency services for T. Rowe’s open-ended investment company (OEIC) funds, which currently manage approximately £1.5 billion in assets.
“SS&C’s distribution solutions have been integral in helping us deliver best-in-class technology and servicing in the U.K.,” said Denise Thomas, Chief Operating Officer, EMEA for T. Rowe Price. “The team’s knowledge and expertise in the market, along with the simplicity and stability of the platform’s trading and settlement functionality, make SS&C stand out from the competition.”
SS&C administers 21 of T. Rowe’s active funds, with the register focused primarily on distributors and nominees. Services include straight-through processing of trades and settlement support, as well as comprehensive reporting via SS&C’s secure distributor portal.
“We are excited to continue our partnership with T. Rowe Price,” said Damien Barry, head of SS&C GIDS, EMEA. “We are dedicated to providing cutting-edge technology and expertise to support our partners’ growth in the U.K. and globally. We look forward to working closely with T. Rowe Price on solutions to evolving market needs.”
About T. Rowe Price
Founded in 1937, T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ – GS: TROW) helps individuals and institutions around the world achieve their long-term investment goals. As a large global asset management company known for investment excellence, retirement leadership, and independent proprietary research, the firm is built on a culture of integrity that puts client interests first. Clients rely on the award-winning firm for its retirement expertise and active management of equity, fixed income, alternatives, and multi-asset investment capabilities. T. Rowe Price serves millions of clients globally and manages US $1.61 trillion in assets under management as of December 31, 2024. About two-thirds of the assets under management are retirement-related.
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SS&C is a global provider of services and software for the financial services and healthcare industries. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices around the world. More than 22,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world’s largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale and technology.
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The VIP Advantage: Bybit Partners with SoSoValue to Issue VIP-Exclusive Daily Industry Report
DUBAI, UAE, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced a timely new VIP benefit to help traders navigate macro market headwinds. Starting now, Bybit VIPs will access an insight-driven advantage: a tailor-made daily industry report released daily by Bybit and SoSoValue, the industry-leading investment research powerhouse trusted for its advanced AI.
SoSoValue is an AI-powered cryptocurrency research and investment platform that provides real-time market analytics, portfolio management tools, and automated investment strategies for users. Delivered exclusively to Bybit VIPs, the Bybit Industry Report is the first joint report of its kind for SoSoValue and Bybit, combining market insights and Bybit-exclusive news, and offering readers the edge they need to implement and adjust investment strategies.
The six-part report covers technical and community aspects to capture the nuances and macroeconomic climate beyond the crypto space:
- Crypto Breaking News: Must-read crypto news for traders
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- Community Sentiments: Feeling the pulse of investors, communities, and traders
“This partnership sets a new benchmark for the industry. By combining SoSoValue’s AI-powered intelligence with our Spot’s latest product Lens, a 24/7 always-on trading concierge, we are delivering the first-ever, full-suite on-chain data service—live and exclusively for our VIPs. It is not just a collaboration; it is a defining moment for how serious players access on-chain intelligence,” said Emily Bao, Head of Spot and Web3 at Bybit.
The daily report equips traders with data-driven foresight and trendspotting superpower, helping them sail through the rapids of the crypto space with confidence: Bybit x SoSoValue Daily Report: Your key to analyzing market trends
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Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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DUBAI, UAE, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 7, MEE2025 grandly opened at the Dubai World Trade Center in the United Arab Emirates. CHG EnSOL Renewable Technology Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Central New Energy Holding Group (01735.HK), made its appearance at booth H6.F23, joining global industry elites to discuss the future of green energy.
The company showcased a variety of products and green solutions that captured the attention of guests. Central New Energy Holding Group’s “Gemini” series N-type TOPCon cells and CHGMN series ultra-high efficiency TOPCon photovoltaic modules boast ultra-high conversion efficiency and excellent adaptability to extreme environments, making them suitable for the climate in the Middle East with abundant sunshine, high temperatures, little rain, and large temperature differences between day and night. The company’s comprehensive green solution integrating source, grid, load, and storage will also effectively assist traditional high-energy-consuming enterprises in the Middle East to accelerate their energy transition.
In 2023, Yu Zhuyun, Chairman of Central New Energy Holding Group, was invited to participate in COP28 held in Dubai. As a representative of Chinese entrepreneurs, he solemnly stated, “In the next five years, Central New Energy Holding Group plans to build 100 zero-carbon industrial parks with global partners, achieving the goal of reducing global carbon emissions by 800 million tons annually.”
In the face of the global energy revolution, the company has proactively joined overseas market competition, actively researching and developing various green environmental protection technology routes such as BC cells, perovskite/crystalline silicon tandem cells, and green fuels like Hydrogen-Ammonia-Alcohol-Oil blend. Its products are sold overseas, and it has already started cooperation with customers in Europe, Southeast Asia, and other regions.
In the future, the company will be based in countries along the “Belt and Road” such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, while simultaneously radiating its layout to regions like Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Americas to vigorously expand its international business. It will contribute the strength of Chinese enterprises to building the “Green Silk Road,” promoting the transformation of the Middle East from a “petroleum economy” to a “green economy”, and creating a new blueprint for global energy.
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