Capitolis to Acquire eSecLending in $200 Million All-Cash Transaction, Expanding Its Financial Resource Management Solutions and Client Base to Include Largest Asset Owners

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Capitolis to Acquire eSecLending in $200 Million All-Cash Transaction, Expanding Its Financial Resource Management Solutions and Client Base to Include Largest Asset OwnersAuthor of the article:Adds securities lending capabilities to the Capitolis platform and marks the company’s fourth strategic acquisition in five years alongside continued organic growthTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountNEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Capitolis, the financial technology company, today announced an agreement to acquire eSecLending for $200 million in an all-cash transaction. eSecLending is a leading independent securities lending business working with many of the world’s largest asset owners, including pension funds, insurance companies, and asset managers, to lend securities to major global banks. Over its 26-year history, eSecLending has built an extensive network of institutional investor relationships and a robust ecosystem that includes every major bank and prime broker, supporting its clients’ securities financing transactions and fueling significant growth in recent years.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.The acquisition extends the Capitolis platform, adding securities lending as a complementary capability to its existing financial resource optimization solutions. Together, the combined offering provides a differentiated set of capabilities for banks and institutional investors, helping them unlock greater efficiency, optimize resources, and access new opportunities across securities lending, repo, and financing markets. The acquisition also expands Capitolis’ reach to eSecLending’s established network of institutional asset owners while adding the infrastructure, expertise, and scale to accelerate innovation and support future growth.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“We’ve known the eSecLending team for years and have already been partnering to introduce new solutions to the market,” said Okan Pekin, President of Capitolis. “We’ve seen firsthand the strength of their client relationships, the quality of their business, and the deep expertise of their team. Bringing eSecLending and Capitolis together expands our network and enhances our offering with securities lending capabilities that naturally complement our existing set of solutions.”This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.“We are incredibly proud of what we’ve built at eSecLending and grateful to the team, clients, and partners who have been part of that journey,” said Craig Starble, Chief Executive Officer of eSecLending. “Capitolis is an exceptional company with global reach, a strong commitment to innovation, and deep relationships with many of the world’s leading financial institutions. Joining them enables us to expand the solutions we bring to market and deliver even greater value to our clients.”“This is a transformational acquisition for Capitolis,” said Gil Mandelzis, CEO and Founder of Capitolis. “We have been enjoying exceptional organic growth over the past few years across our existing business lines, and eSecLending adds a highly complementary new business that aligns closely with our clients’ evolving needs. We are thrilled to welcome Craig, the eSecLending team, and their clients to the Capitolis network as we broaden our offering and accelerate our growth.”Capitolis is acquiring eSecLending from Parthenon Capital and the Company’s management team. As part of the transaction, Parthenon Capital is investing in Capitolis.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including receipt of required regulatory approvals and antitrust clearance. eSecLending (Europe) Limited is not included in the transaction, but will continue to provide services to eSecLending.FT Partners served as the exclusive strategic and financial advisor, and WilmerHale served as legal advisor to Capitolis on this transaction.Berenson & Company and Raymond James served as financial advisors, and Troutman Pepper Locke LLP and Debevoise & Plimpton LLP served as legal advisors to eSecLending in connection with this transaction.Capitolis is the technology company helping to create safer and more vibrant financial markets by unlocking capital constraints and enabling greater access to more diversified capital and investment opportunities. Rooted in advanced technology and deep financial expertise, Capitolis powers groundbreaking financial solutions that drive growth for global and regional banks – and institutional investors alike. Capitolis is backed by world-class venture capital firms, including Canapi Ventures, 9Yards Capital, SVB Capital, Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Index Ventures, Sequoia Capital, Spark Capital, and S Capital, as well as leading global banks such as Barclays, BNP Paribas, Citi, J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Standard Chartered, State Street, and UBS.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Founded in 2017, Capitolis has been named to Fortune’s America’s Most Innovative Companies 2026, Inc.’s Best in Business, and CNBC’s World’s Top Fintech Companies lists. Capitolis has also earned Deloitte Technology Fast 500, Fast Company World’s Most Innovative Companies, and Euromoney FX Awards honors, along with Best Place to Work recognition from American Banker and Crain’s New York Business.eSecLending is an independent global securities financing business providing customized securities lending and collateral management solutions for institutional investors worldwide. The company works with many of the world’s largest asset owners, including pension funds, insurance companies, asset managers, and other institutional investors, helping them optimize securities lending strategies, manage collateral, and access securities financing markets.With a 26-year history in securities financing, eSecLending has built an extensive network of institutional investor relationships and a robust global ecosystem that includes major banks and prime brokers. The company’s differentiated approach introduced investment management discipline to the securities financing industry, offering beneficial owners a compelling alternative to traditional pooled lending programs. For more information, visit www.eseclending.com.Michael GuerreraSloanemguerrera@sloanepr.comBrian ZilberfarbCapitolis brianz@capitolis.comThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.