Zedra picks up Barclays UK trust operation
Trust and corporate services provider Zedra has agreed a deal to acquire Barclays UK trust business for an undisclosed sum.
Trust and corporate services provider Zedra has agreed a deal to acquire Barclays UK trust business for an undisclosed sum.
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