S&P Global ($SPGI) Expands Portfolio with ARC Research Acquisition

S&P Global (SPGI) announced a definitive agreement to acquire ARC Research, a subsidiary of ARC Group.

This acquisition will enhance S&P Dow Jones Indices’ ability to provide innovative, high-quality benchmarks and data solutions designed for wealth managers, private banks, and financial advisers.

The transaction involving S&P Global (SPGI) is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, with financial terms undisclosed.

Dan Draper, CEO of S&P Dow Jones Indices, emphasized that acquiring ARC Research marks a significant advancement in meeting the evolving needs of the wealth management sector, highlighting ARC Research’s expertise and trusted data as a perfect complement to their global capabilities.