Dun & Bradstreet UK in the news

UK insurers face rising third-party risks worsened by poor data quality and low confidence despite increased spending on risk management.

Clearlake Capital acquired Dun & Bradstreet for $9.15 per share, taking it private after shareholder approval and ceasing its NYSE trading.

India's economy shows steady industrial growth and easing inflation despite higher US tariffs, supported by stable financial markets and trade agreements.

Dun & Bradstreet missed Q2 earnings and revenue estimates, with a stock price down 23.4% over the past year.

Global business optimism has dropped sharply due to trade tensions, supply chain disruptions, and economic uncertainty, leading firms to focus on domestic markets and tighten financial management.

Nearly half of UK businesses report financial losses and reduced investment due to Brexit, with ongoing uncertainty about its full impact.

Chorus Intelligence has integrated Dun & Bradstreet's extensive global business data into its investigation platform to enhance detection and prevention of financial crimes.

Business optimism declined globally in Q3 2025 amid trade tensions, supply chain challenges, and financial uncertainties, prompting firms to pivot to domestic markets and tighten financial management.

Fingerprint Cards AB appointed two experienced board members, including a former Dun & Bradstreet UK leader, to accelerate growth in biometric and secure access technologies.

Raymond James downgraded Dun & Bradstreet after shareholders approved its buyout.

Midsized UK businesses struggle more than larger ones with supply chain instability due to limited resources for risk management amid ongoing global disruptions.

Dun & Bradstreet is being taken private by Clearlake Capital for $9.15 per share, prompting stock downgrades and a transition from public to private ownership.

Dun & Bradstreet shareholders approved a merger and acquisition deal that will take the company private under Denali and Clearlake Capital, with a $7.7 billion transaction pending regulatory approval.

Banbury is the most prosperous UK town for business, with the highest share of profit-making companies, according to Dun & Bradstreet data.

UK business sentiment declined in Q2 2025 due to policy uncertainty, inflation, and supply chain issues, with significant drops in financial confidence, investment, and ESG activities.

Clearlake Capital is finalizing a $5.5 billion private debt deal to acquire Dun & Bradstreet, involving major financiers like Ares Management and Morgan Stanley.

AI's success in business hinges on a strong data strategy ensuring quality, governance, integration, bias control, and literacy to build trust and deliver value.

Dun & Bradstreet cut India's FY26 GDP forecast to 6.3% citing global risks but expects RBI's rate cuts and strong rupee to support domestic demand and growth.

S&P is reviewing Dun & Bradstreet's credit rating for a likely downgrade due to increased debt from its $7.7 billion acquisition by Clearlake Capital.

Dun & Bradstreet faces growth challenges and cautious outlook amid strategic review and acquisition interest, with core segments stable and Digital Marketing showing growth potential.