Linklaters Advises Desjardins on $1.21 Billion Take-Private Acquisition of Guardian Capital Group Limited

Linklaters advised Desjardins Group, the largest financial cooperative in North America, on the US and UK components of its definitive agreement for the $1.21 billion take-private acquisition of Guardian Capital Group Limited (TSX:GCG) (TSX:GCG.A), a publicly traded global investment management company. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone for Desjardins in strengthening its position in asset management across Canada and internationally.

The transaction will bring together the strengths of Desjardins Global Asset Management and Guardian to form a leading organization with approximately C$280 billion in assets under management and advisement, positioning Desjardins as a key player in the Canadian market and expanding its presence globally.

Spanning New York, Washington, D.C., and London, the Linklaters team was led by Financial Regulation Partners Don Waack and Brad Caswell and M&A Partner Pierre-Emmanuel Perais.