BlackRock's $12.5 billion acquisition of Adebayo Ogunlesi's Global Infrastructure Partners shakes up the financial world!
Adebayo Ogunlesi, the Chairman and CEO of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), recently made waves in the financial sector with the sale of GIP to BlackRock for a whopping $12.5 billion. BlackRock Inc., the world's largest money manager, made the ambitious move to acquire the leading infrastructure funds manager, propelling them to new heights in the market. This acquisition is set to create the world's second-biggest infrastructure firm, revolutionizing private market investing.
Adebayo Ogunlesi, a prominent Nigerian investment banker, founded GIP and has now cemented his legacy with this historic deal. After the acquisition, Ogunlesi is set to join BlackRock's board and global executive committee, further solidifying his position in the financial industry. The strategic merger showcases Ogunlesi's expertise and leadership in managing infrastructure funds on a global scale.
Known for his exceptional business acumen, Ogunlesi's venture into the infrastructure sector has proven to be immensely successful, with GIP managing over $100 billion in assets. This acquisition not only highlights Ogunlesi's entrepreneurial prowess but also demonstrates the value and potential of African business leaders in the international arena.
In a surprising turn of events, Ogunlesi's departure from Goldman's board signifies a new chapter in his career as he transitions to BlackRock post-acquisition. The financial world eagerly anticipates the next steps for both GIP and BlackRock under Ogunlesi's leadership, as this historic deal paves the way for future innovations and growth in the infrastructure investment landscape.
Adebayo Ogunlesi is the Chairman and CEO of Global Infrastructure Partners, which is a global leading infrastructure funds manager. The company manages a ...
BlackRock Inc. is set to acquire Global Infrastructure Partners, owned by Nigerian investment banker Adebayo Ogunlesi, for over $12.5 billion in cash and ...
BlackRock Inc., the world's largest money manager, has announced its ambitious acquisition of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) for a staggering $12.5 ...
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(Bloomberg) -- BlackRock Inc. agreed to buy Adebayo Ogunlesi's Global Infrastructure Partners for about $12.5 billion, vaulting the world's biggest money ...
BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has announced its acquisition of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) for about $12 billion in cash and stock.
Deal would create world's second-biggest infrastructure firm and shake up private market investing.
Adebayo Ogunlesi, chairman and CEO of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP)and a former executive at Credit Suisse, is set to become a...
BlackRock, the biggest asset management company in the world, is buying the company founded by Nigerian investment banker Adebayo Ogunlesi.
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Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a leading infrastructure investor with over $100 billion in assets under management, announced that it has entered an ...
Ogunlesi, after the close of the deal, will become a member of BlackRock's board and global executive committee. The largest money manager in the world, ...
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BlackRock, the biggest asst management company in the world, said it is buying Global Infrastructure Partners founded by Adebayo Ogunlesi.