Wolters Kluwer to Sell FRR Unit to Regnology for €450 Million to Refocus on Core Compliance Markets

Wolters Kluwer to Sell FRR Unit to Regnology for €450 Million to Refocus on Core Compliance Markets

(IN BRIEF) Wolters Kluwer FCC has agreed to sell its Finance, Risk and Regulatory Reporting (FRR) unit to Regnology Group GmbH for approximately €450 million. The sale aligns with FCC’s strategy to intensify focus on U.S. banking and corporate compliance services. FRR, which earned €123 million in revenue in 2024, will enhance Regnology’s global presence and capabilities in regulatory and risk reporting. The transaction is expected to close in fall 2025, subject to regulatory and employee approvals.

(PRESS RELEASE) ALPHEN AAN DEN RIJN, 21-Jul-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Wolters Kluwer Financial & Corporate Compliance (FCC) has entered into a binding agreement to divest its Finance, Risk and Regulatory Reporting (FRR) business to Regnology Group GmbH for an enterprise value of approximately €450 million, subject to standard closing conditions and contractual adjustments. The transaction is expected to be finalized in fall 2025, following regulatory approvals and employee consultations.

This strategic divestment will enable FCC to sharpen its focus and channel investments into its core strengths in U.S. banking compliance as well as corporate legal and compliance services, reinforcing its long-term growth ambitions.

Lisa Nelson, CEO of FCC, commented: “Regnology, with over three decades of expertise in supporting major banks, is ideally positioned to take FRR forward. Their integrated approach to regulatory and risk technology makes them a natural fit for FRR’s ongoing development and client needs.”

Rob Mackay, CEO of Regnology, added: “We’re delighted to welcome the FRR team into Regnology. Their industry-leading capabilities and strong market presence will accelerate our expansion and enhance our ability to offer a comprehensive platform for regulatory, risk, and finance reporting. This acquisition marks a major step forward in our strategy to serve financial institutions globally with scalable, unified solutions.”

In 2024, the FRR unit generated €123 million in revenues, representing around 10% of FCC’s 2024 revenues (on a pro forma basis). Its earnings reflect considerable platform investments to address evolving regulatory demands such as Basel reforms and other advanced compliance frameworks. Until the transaction is completed, FRR will remain part of the FCC division and continue to operate as usual.

Wolters Kluwer anticipates recording a non-benchmark capital gain upon completion of the deal. Decisions regarding the use of net after-tax proceeds will be made following the transaction’s closure.

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