BMO is set to acquire the Australian capital markets business of Perth-based Euroz Hartleys Group in a deal valued at $142 million, according to reporting from Seeking Alpha and the Globe and Mail. The transaction is described as part of BMO’s broader strategy to expand its metals and mining unit. Both outlets indicate that the acquisition focuses on Euroz Hartleys’ capital markets operations in Australia rather than the entire company. The reported purchase price is $142 million. The sources characterize the move as strengthening BMO’s presence in Australian capital markets and supporting growth in commodities-related coverage, consistent with BMO’s metals and mining emphasis. The reporting does not provide additional deal terms beyond the acquisition scope and price, nor does it specify timing details in the excerpts provided. Overall, both sources agree on the acquirer, the seller entity involved in the transaction, the business area being purchased, and the $142 million price point.