Crisil to Acquire McKinsey PriceMetrix for $38 Million; Share Price Surges

Crisil Limited, an S&P Global company, has approved the acquisition of McKinsey PriceMetrix Co., a step-down subsidiary of McKinsey & Company. The deal, valued at $38 million (approximately ₹335 crore), will be carried out by Crisil Canada Inc., a wholly owned step-down subsidiary, and is subject to customary closing conditions.

About the Transaction

• Acquirer: Crisil Canada Inc., a wholly owned unit of Crisil Irevna UK Limited.
• Target: PriceMetrix, founded in 2000, with headquarters in Toronto, Canada.
• Consideration: $38 million in cash, with adjustments for cash, debt, and working capital.
• Stake: 100% acquisition.
• Timeline: Expected to close within 180 days, subject to regulatory and closing conditions.

About PriceMetrix

PriceMetrix is a software solutions provider focused on wealth management benchmarking, pricing intelligence, and practice management. Its database covers $8 trillion in assets under management and 30 million investment accounts. The firm reported revenue of ₹94.2 crore and profit after tax of ₹21.5 crore for the year ended 31st December 2024 as per the target’s tax filings.

Its key offerings include ValueOne, FeeCheck, CommissionCheck, SignalOne, and advisory services, along with detailed surveys of the North American wealth management sector.

Strategic Rationale

The acquisition will be integrated with Crisil Coalition Greenwich (CCG), enhancing Crisil’s benchmarking and analytics suite for financial services clients worldwide. The move strengthens Crisil’s position as a global leader in performance benchmarking, catering to banks, wealth managers, and registered investment advisors.

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CRISIL Share Price Performance 

As of September 25, 2025, 10:26 AM, CRISIL share price is trading at ₹4,821.40 per share, reflecting a surge of 1.15% from the previous closing price. 

Conclusion

The acquisition of PriceMetrix marks a major step in Crisil’s strategy to expand its benchmarking footprint globally. By combining PriceMetrix’s wealth management expertise with Crisil’s Coalition Greenwich platform, the company is set to deliver deeper insights and greater value to financial services clients across North America and beyond.

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