Thomson Reuters Mergers and Acquisitions Presentation Deck
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A Transformational Partnership
Blackstone has agreed to buy 55% of Thomson Reuters financial services business - one of the largest global financial
information services companies
Blackstone is a strategic partner and is well positioned to accelerate Financial & Risk's progress
Blackstone has deep understanding of the financial services ecosystem and a global footprint
A platform to build upon - Repositions our financial services business for growth in a consolidating industry
Blackstone is uniquely positioned to identify & shape trends in the financial services industry, navigate ongoing industry consolidation &
drive further efficiencies in our financial business
Blackstone has capacity and flexibility to invest for the long-term - organically and inorganically
Blackstone provides customers and investors with assurance that our financial business has the capacity and ability to compete in a
rapidly evolving marketplace
TR financial services business is a highly cash generative & diversified business that can support significant leverage
Strong and predictable subscription revenue base (~80% of revenues)
Strong cash flow generation dynamics
Thomson Reuters retains significant stake with upside potential
45% equity stake in a well positioned financial business with a strong strategic partner
Reuters News will continue to remain part of Thomson Reuters
The financial services business will enter into a 30-year contract for news content ($325M p.a.)
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