Marex Completes Strategic Acquisition of Aarna Capital

Deal News | Apr 02, 2025 | Globenewswire

Marex Completes Strategic Acquisition of Aarna Capital

Marex Group plc, a global financial services platform, has completed its acquisition of Aarna Capital Limited, an Abu Dhabi-based brokerage firm. This move is strategic, aiming to expand Marex's operations in the Middle East and bolster its clearing business. Aarna Capital provides access to a range of markets, including equities, fixed income, and various metals. This acquisition is part of Marex's broader strategy to diversify operations and enhance earnings resilience. Marex, headquartered in London, operates in major commodity markets and serves a wide range of clients globally. The announcement underscores Marex's commitment to increasing its presence in the Middle East, particularly in financial services.

Sectors

  • Financial Services
  • Commodities Trading

Geography

  • Middle East – The acquisition focuses on expanding operations within the Middle East, specifically in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
  • United Kingdom – Marex Group plc is headquartered in London, UK, and the transaction involves a UK-based company expanding its global reach.

Industry

  • Financial Services – The acquisition involves a financial services platform expanding its operations and client base in a major financial market region.
  • Commodities Trading – Marex is a major player in commodities trading, providing market access across energy, metals, and agricultural products.

Financials

  • – No specific financial details such as deal price or valuation metrics are provided in the article.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Marex Group plcAcquirorCompanyA diversified global financial services platform offering liquidity, market access, and infrastructure services.
Aarna Capital LimitedTarget CompanyCompanyA multi-asset brokerage firm based in Abu Dhabi that provides clearing and risk management solutions.
FTI ConsultingAdvisorCompanyProvided advisory services for the acquisition.