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Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised BasePoint Capital on its approximately £543 million recommended cash acquisition of International Personal Finance plc (IPF), a leading provider of consumer credit products in international markets.
The transaction was announced pursuant to Rule 2.7 of the UK Takeover Code and will be implemented by way of a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement. Completion of the acquisition remains subject to customary shareholder and regulatory approvals.
“This transaction represents a significant public M&A acquisition in the financial services sector, involving complex structuring, financing and regulatory considerations across multiple jurisdictions,” said White & Case partner Philip Broke, who co-led the Firm’s deal team. Partner Sonica Tolani, who also co-led the team said “Advising BasePoint Capital on this landmark transaction builds on our strong track record advising clients on high-profile UK public takeovers and financial services related M&A.”
The White & Case team in London which advised on the transaction was co-led by partners Philip Broke and Sonica Tolani and included associates Caoimhin Eastwood and Ciara Lamph. The team was also supported by colleagues across the Firm’s Financial Services Regulatory, Antitrust, Foreign Direct Investment, Incentives and Finance practices.
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HOUSTON and LONDON, Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB), a leader in the global chemical industry, will announce its fourth-quarter 2025 financial results before the U.S. market opens Friday, Jan. 30, followed by a webcast and teleconference to discuss the results at 11 a.m. EST.
Teleconference and webcast details
Friday, January 30, 2026
11 a.m. EST
Hosted by David Kinney, head of investor relations
Access the webcast 10 to 15 minutes prior to the start of the call at www.lyb.com/earnings.
Toll-free teleconference dial-in numbers
Participant/Guest toll-free: 877-407-8029
Participant/Guest toll: 201-689-8029
Participant/Guest: CallMe link
Presentation slides
Presentation slides will be available at the time of the teleconference and afterward at www.lyb.com/earnings.
Replay information
A replay of the call will be available from 1 p.m. EST Jan. 30 until March 2, 2026. The replay dial-in numbers are:
Toll-Free: 877-660-6853
Toll: 201-612-7415
Access ID: 13746215
About LyondellBasell
We are LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to unlock value for our customers, investors and society. As one of the world’s largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.
CONTACT: Nick Facchin LyondellBasell 713-623-3643 nick.facchin@lyondellbasell.com
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