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UK events firm that hosts arms fairs and comic shows sold to rival for £2bn

FTSE 100 firm Informa to buy Clarion from private equity group Blackstone Business live – latest updates A British events business that hosts arms fairs and…

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The Guardian reports: FTSE 100 firm Informa to buy Clarion from private equity group Blackstone Business live – latest updates A British events business that hosts arms fairs and conventions for comic book fans has been snapped up by a FTSE 100 rival for more than £2bn.

Informa has struck a £2.24bn deal to buy the London-based events organiser Clarion from the private equity group Blackstone.

This business story centres on the United Kingdom. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include UK, FTSE and Clarion.

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United Kingdom · Europe
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UK, FTSE, Clarion, Blackstone Business
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