Trading Technologies Partners with Thoma Bravo for Next Growth Phase
Trading Technologies International announces a strategic partnership with Thoma Bravo, backed by 7RIDGE, to accelerate its growth and innovation in the capital markets technology sector.
Trading Technologies International (TT), a prominent global capital markets technology platform services provider, has entered into a strategic partnership with Thoma Bravo, a leading software investment firm, to propel its next phase of growth. This collaboration, supported by TT's current owner, 7RIDGE, a growth equity firm focused on transformative technologies for financial services, marks a significant milestone in TT's journey to redefine capital markets operations.
The transaction, anticipated to conclude in the fourth quarter of 2025 pending regulatory approvals, underscores the confidence in TT's innovative platform and its potential to meet the escalating demand for speed, reliability, and next-generation solutions in financial markets. Justin Llewellyn-Jones, CEO of TT, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting the synergistic potential of combining TT's technological prowess with Thoma Bravo's strategic and operational expertise.
Carsten Kengeter, Founder of 7RIDGE, reaffirmed the firm's belief in TT's pivotal role within financial markets infrastructure, noting the rapid progress TT has made since its acquisition by 7RIDGE in December 2021. The selection of Thoma Bravo as a strategic partner followed a thorough evaluation of potential investors, reflecting the shared vision for TT's future.
A.J. Rohde, Senior Partner at Thoma Bravo, praised TT's evolution into a modern, industry-leading platform with a dedicated customer base, emphasizing the vast market opportunities ahead. George Jaber, a Principal at Thoma Bravo, added that the partnership would leverage Thoma Bravo's software expertise to accelerate TT's innovation and solidify its market leadership.
This strategic move is backed by a consortium of advisors, including Houlihan Lokey and Barclays for TT, and Ardea Partners LP for Thoma Bravo, ensuring a robust framework for the partnership's success. For more information on Trading Technologies, visit https://www.tradingtechnologies.com, and for Thoma Bravo, visit https://www.thomabravo.com.