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UK events firm that hosts arms fairs and comic shows sold to rival for £2bn

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What happened

FTSE 100 firm Informa to buy Clarion from private equity group Blackstone Business live – latest updates A British events business that hosts arms fairs and conventions for comic book fans has been snapped up by a FTSE 100 rival for more than £2bn.

Key facts

  • FTSE 100 firm Informa to buy Clarion from private equity group Blackstone Business live – latest updates A British events business that hosts arms fairs and conventions for comic book fans has been snapped up by a FTSE 100 rival for more than £2bn.
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:16:48 UTC.

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