UK fintech Ebury acquires Prime Financial Markets to make African debut

  • Ebury, a UK-based fintech, acquires Prime Financial Markets in South Africa for an undisclosed sum.
  • Prime Financial Markets provides intermediary services, treasury evaluation, hedge execution, financial advice, and risk mitigation in the treasury and financial market space.
  • Ebury aims to integrate Prime Financial Markets’ services to enhance offerings for international SMEs.
  • Ebury specializes in international payments, foreign exchange, cash management, trade finance, and foreign exchange risk management.
  • The acquisition enabled Ebury to debut in Africa, establishing a local office in South Africa.
  • Juan Lobato, Ebury’s co-founder, sees Prime Financial Markets as a “natural fit” for global capabilities and emphasizes international expansion in the company’s strategy.
  • Ebury previously entered the Brazilian market in May 2022 through the acquisition of Bexs fintech businesses. Currently operates in 23 countries worldwide.
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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