BNY Mellon’s acquisition will enhance its leadership position supporting fund managers and financial advisors…
By Militza Richard
BNY Mellon (NYSE:BK) announced a definitive agreement to obtain PNC's Global Investment Servicing Inc. (GIS) business for $2.31 billion, including $1.57 billion of stock and repayment of intercompany debt from PNC. BNY Mellon will raise approximately $800 million in equity as part of the transaction. The all-cash deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2010.
The asset management and securities servicing company believes the acquisition of GIS, a leading provider of custody, fund accounting, transfer agency and outsourcing solutions for asset managers and financial advisors, will enhance its leadership position and provide potential for significant revenue and expense synergies.
"This acquisition significantly strengthens our service offering and market share with asset managers and financial advisors, while delivering attractive returns to our shareholders," said Robert P. Kelly, BNY Mellon chairman and chief executive officer. "We expect the transaction to accelerate our growth, deliver economies of scale and strengthen our leadership position for Asset Servicing and Pershing."
The addition of GIS to BNY Mellon will increase the company’s capabilities, raise its profile and improve its market position in several areas. The acquisition makes BNY Mellon the #2 provider in fund accounting, administration and transfer agency and adds $855 billion in assets under administration. This includes $460 billion in assets under custody and double the number of funds serviced for accounting and administration. Additionally, BNY Mellon becomes #3 globally in alternative fund assets under administration with double its previous European asset base; and managed account assets of $80 billion.
GIS, based in Wilmington, Del. with locations across the United States and Europe, has approximately 4,500 employees. Current CEO Stephen M. Wynne will retain his current position, reporting to Tim Keaney and Jim Palermo, co-heads of BNY Mellon Asset Servicing.
"GIS's management team and staff have built a truly impressive franchise with lasting client relationships. Our focus will be on providing outstanding service to GIS's clients and welcoming our new colleagues into BNY Mellon as we work together to deliver on the great potential this combination of businesses offers," said Gerald L. Hassell, BNY Mellon president.
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Edited by Kevin Doyle