PNC Financial Services Group Stock Price, News & Analysis

PNC Financial Services Group has committed $20 billion over five years to support environmental finance, aiming to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. This initiative builds on its $88 billion Community Benefits Plan. The environmental commitment includes funding for green buildings, renewable energy, clean transportation, and sustainability-linked loans. PNC also released its first TCFD report on climate risk management.

Harris Williams advised CCRM Fertility on its partnership with Unified Women’s Healthcare, backed by Altas Partners and Ares Management. CCRM Fertility, a leader in fertility care founded in 1987, operates 11 centers across North America and focuses on advanced fertility treatments. The partnership aims to enhance patient care by providing continuity through various reproductive health services. TA Associates, a private equity firm, also supports this venture, investing in profitable growth companies. The transaction is expected to leverage sector demand for quality fertility services.

Harris Williams, a global investment bank, has advised RQM+ on its sale to Linden Capital Partners. RQM+ specializes in regulatory and quality consulting for medical devices and diagnostics. The transaction highlights RQM+'s growth potential as outsourcing increases in the medical device sector due to stricter regulatory demands. DFW Capital Partners and Chief Capital, both involved in RQM+'s previous funding, focus on healthcare and lower-middle market investments. Linden, investing exclusively in healthcare, has a substantial track record with over $2.5 billion in investments.

PNC Financial Services Group has successfully closed its inaugural social bond, aimed at financing projects that benefit low- to moderate-income individuals and communities. The bond issuance, reviewed by Sustainalytics, aligns with their Sustainable Financing Bond Framework. Proceeds will support affordable housing, essential services, and socioeconomic empowerment. This is part of PNC's $88 billion Community Benefits Plan, which includes $47 billion for mortgages and $26.5 billion for small business loans in underserved areas.

Harris Williams, a global investment bank, advised Collision Works of Oklahoma on its sale to The Boyd Group, which operates under Gerber Collision & Glass in the U.S. Collision Works, a leading collision repair company founded in 1996, has expanded to 35 locations across three states and is known for its high-quality service. This transaction marks another successful deal for Harris Williams in the collision industry, leveraging their extensive expertise in the automotive aftermarket.

Harris Williams advised Sparus Holdings on its sale to Ridgemont Equity Partners. Sparus, a leader in outsourced services for utilities, operates through brands like Southern Cross and The Spear Group. The advisors highlighted strong investor interest in utility service providers. Ridgemont, based in Charlotte, focuses on middle-market equity investments, with over $5.5 billion invested since 1993. Harris Williams specializes in M&A advisory, offering strategic support to clients across various sectors.

Harris Williams is advising Social Solutions Global, a portfolio company of Vista Equity Partners, on its sale to Apax Partners LLP. This deal forms part of a three-company merger with CyberGrants and EveryAction, aiming to create a diversified software platform for nonprofit organizations. Social Solutions, a leader in cloud software for social services, has over 90,000 users globally, enhancing data-driven social impact. Vista, managing over $75 billion in assets, focuses on technology-driven organizations, while Apax invests across sectors to strengthen world-class companies.

Harris Williams advised Worldwide Express on its sale to CVC Capital Partners, merging it with GlobalTranz. This transaction highlights the continuous interest from investors in the 3PL market. Worldwide Express, serving 92,000 customers, generates nearly $2 billion in annual revenue and ranks as the second-largest privately held freight brokerage in the U.S. CVC, with $118 billion under management, seeks to expand its logistics portfolio through this acquisition, supported by its coalition with Providence Equity Partners and PSG.

Harris Williams is advising Pamplona Capital Management on the sale of BakeMark USA to Clearlake Capital Group. BakeMark is a leading manufacturer and distributor of bakery ingredients with a strong market presence and diverse product offerings. The company operates through five manufacturing plants and 29 distribution centers across North America. Under Pamplona’s ownership, BakeMark has achieved significant growth and innovation, attracting investor interest in its M&A potential. Clearlake focuses on long-term capital investment, indicating a strategic fit for BakeMark's continued development.