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KEYCORP /NEW/ · 2026-08-05 · Importance 47 · Surprise 60

KeyCorp completed its acquisition of Clearwater Corporate Finance LLP, a UK-based middle-market investment banking advisory firm, on August 4, 2026. The transaction expands KeyCorp’s global advisory platform and cross-border M&A, private-equity, and debt-advisory capabilities across ten sectors, including automotive, healthcare, and technology. Clearwater UK will be integrated into KeyCorp’s institutional banking operations while retaining its existing UK leadership team and four-office regional presence.

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• KeyCorp completed the acquisition of Clearwater Corporate Finance LLP, expanding its advisory services into the UK and allowing them to offer cross-border advice and execution to clients across ten sectors. source