Global investment management company Pendal (ASX: PDL) has agreed to be acquired by investment fund and corporate trustee group Perpetual Limited (ASX: PPT). Firm: Herbet Smith Freehills (Perpetual),
Property management company Abacus Property has secured a $200 million institutional placement, as well as a share purchase plan. Firm: King & Wood Mallesons (Abacus Property Group) Deal: King &