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LSE-Refinitiv: Five things you need to know about the merger

What the proposed tie-up means for the London Stock Exchange, for Refinitiv's owner Blackstone — and for investors

LONDON, UK - OCTOBER 30, 2012: Pedestrians crossing the Paternoster Square next to St Paul's Cathedral and London stock exchange (LSE) in the City of London
LONDON, UK - OCTOBER 30, 2012: Pedestrians crossing the Paternoster Square next to St Paul's Cathedral and London stock exchange (LSE) in the City of London Photo: Getty Images

The London Stock Exchange is in talks to acquire Refinitiv for $27bn in a seismic deal that would create a UK data and trading giant. Here are five key takeaways:

1. LSE gets a deal (almost) done

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