May 24, 2026, 8:44 AM EDT. EQT Group has agreed on a recommended offer to acquire Intertek, a FTSE 100 testing and certification firm, marking a significant move in FTSE take-private activity. The deal underscores ongoing investor interest in taking established public companies private to unlock value. Details on transaction value remain undisclosed, but the acquisition reflects broader trends in private equity targeting robust market testing businesses. This acquisition by EQT Group, a leading global investment firm, signals sustained momentum in FTSE 100 transformations driven by private equity firms seeking growth and efficiency gains.
