London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is reportedly in talks to buy Octus, a financial data and credit-focused platform owned by private equity firm Permira. Multiple outlets say the potential deal could value the data group at about $3.5 billion, though the transaction terms have not been finalized.
The reports describe Octus as a global credit and financial data business. The outlets frame the discussions as preliminary, citing people familiar with the matter rather than confirming details such as timing, financing, or whether LSEG and Permira have reached a binding agreement. As a result, any acquisition would remain subject to negotiations and approvals, if pursued further.
While the core facts are consistent across coverage—LSEG talks, Octus as the target, and an estimated valuation around $3.5 billion—outlets differ mainly in emphasis. Financial Times focuses on the potential deal value and LSEG’s ownership position within the credit data space, while Bloomberg and Investing.com highlight that discussions are ongoing and based on insider accounts.
