Virtus closes $200 million cash deal for 56% of Keystone National Group
Virtus Investment Partners completed its acquisition of 56% of the equity of Keystone National Group, a private credit manager, effective March 1, 2026. The filing says the purchase price includes $200 million in cash at closing, with further cash payments of $65 million and $30 million due on the first and second anniversaries, plus up to $75 million of contingent payments tied to Keystone revenue targets. Virtus said it financed the deal from existing balance sheet resources and may acquire up to an additional 19% of Keystone through put and call options.
Key points
- Closed March 1, 2026; Virtus acquired 56% of Keystone's equity under a Purchase Agreement dated December 5, 2025
- Cash at closing of $200 million, subject to customary adjustments, plus $65 million on the first anniversary and $30 million on the second anniversary
- Up to $75 million of contingent cash consideration over two to three years, tied to specified Keystone revenue targets
- Keystone managed $2.5 billion as of December 31, 2025; Virtus may acquire up to an additional 19% of equity through options
The filing
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