Buyer Universe
Who buys Regtech companies?
The most active acquirers of Regtech companies tracked by Windsor Drake are Mastercard, Visa, and Nasdaq, based on 8 sourced transactions since 2020.
4 Tracked acquirers
8 Tracked deals
$10B Disclosed value
4/0 Strategic / PE
Most active acquirers of Regtech companies
| Acquirer | Type | Regtech deals | Most recent in sector |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mastercard | Strategic | 4 | Recorded Future |
| Visa | Strategic | 2 | Featurespace |
| Nasdaq | Strategic | 1 | Verafin |
| Thomson Reuters | Strategic | 1 | Pagero |
Recent Regtech acquisitions
| Target | Acquirer | Value | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Featurespace | Visa | Undisclosed | September 25, 2024 |
| Recorded Future | Mastercard | $2.6B | September 12, 2024 |
| Pagero | Thomson Reuters | $800M | October 13, 2023 |
| Aiia | Mastercard | Undisclosed | September 8, 2021 |
| Tink | Visa | $2.1B | June 24, 2021 |
| Ekata | Mastercard | $850M | April 19, 2021 |
| Verafin | Nasdaq | $2.8B | November 19, 2020 |
| Finicity | Mastercard | $825M | June 23, 2020 |
Frequently asked questions
Who are the most active acquirers of Regtech companies?
The most active acquirers of Regtech companies tracked by Windsor Drake are Mastercard, Visa, and Nasdaq, based on 8 sourced transactions since 2020.
What do Regtech companies sell for?
Across 8 tracked Regtech transactions, disclosed deal value totals $10B. Individual outcomes vary with growth, margin, and strategic fit. Windsor Drake advises Regtech founders on positioning to the right acquirers to maximize value.
Selling a Regtech company? Talk to Windsor Drake about positioning to the right acquirers. This buyer data is drawn from Windsor Drake Market Intelligence and updated as new deals are sourced.