Zema Global Accelerates Growth and Innovation with Strategic Acquisition of cQuant.io
In a landmark move set to redefine the energy and commodities analytics landscape, Zema Global, a leading provider of data management and analytics solutions, has announced the acquisition of cQuant.io, an industry trailblazer in advanced analytics for energy and commodity firms. This strategic acquisition, backed by Zema Global’s investor FTV Capital, underscores the company’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge, real-time insights that empower businesses to navigate today’s complex and volatile markets.
Under the terms of the agreement, David Leevan, former CEO of cQuant.io, has been appointed President of Zema Global, where he will spearhead the company’s expansion into advanced analytics. Meanwhile, cQuant.io will continue to operate as a wholly owned subsidiary under the brand “A Zema Global Company,” reflecting the shared vision and strategic alignment of both organizations.
A Unified Vision for End-to-End Analytics
The acquisition marks a pivotal moment for Zema Global and its customers, as it combines the company’s robust enterprise data and curve management capabilities with cQuant.io’s advanced analytics platform. Together, these complementary technologies create a seamless, end-to-end solution that spans the entire spectrum of data ingestion, valuation, forecasting, and portfolio optimization.
Andrea Remyn Stone, CEO of Zema Global, emphasized the significance of this milestone: “This is a transformative step for Zema Global and our clients. By integrating cQuant.io into our ecosystem, we are delivering a truly comprehensive data and analytics offering. Our combined capabilities will equip the energy and commodities sectors with the precision, speed, and intelligence required to thrive in an increasingly dynamic environment.”
The synergy between Zema Global and cQuant.io promises to revolutionize how energy and commodity firms operate. Customers will now benefit from enhanced interoperability, faster time-to-insight, and a streamlined data-to-analytics workflow across asset classes and geographies. This unified solution addresses critical challenges such as growing data complexity and the need for real-time decision-making across global operations.
Leadership Insights and Market Impact
David Leevan, now President of Zema Global, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition: “Joining forces with Zema Global represents an incredible opportunity to reshape the future of energy and commodities decision-making. The combination of Zema Global’s market-leading data infrastructure with our advanced analytics platform creates a powerful proposition for the industry. Together, we can offer clients a seamless, end-to-end solution that meets their evolving needs—from data acquisition to portfolio and risk optimization.”
Industry experts have also lauded the acquisition as a game-changer. Robert Anderson, Partner at FTV Capital, remarked: “This acquisition reflects a shared vision between Zema Global and cQuant.io to fundamentally transform how energy and commodities firms make decisions.” Brent Fierro, another Partner at FTV Capital, added: “We’re proud to support this strategic move, which positions the newly expanded organization as a clear leader in data-driven insights and operational intelligence.”
Expanding Capabilities to Meet Market Demands
With over 200 clients worldwide, Zema Global’s footprint now includes an expanded global analytics team and enhanced expertise in quantitative modeling, asset valuation, renewable forecasting, and hedge optimization. The integration of cQuant.io’s advanced analytics capabilities further strengthens Zema Global’s ability to deliver trusted, enterprise-grade solutions tailored to the world’s most sophisticated market participants.
The acquisition also highlights Zema Global’s dedication to innovation and customer-centric development. Both entities will continue to operate as closely aligned partners, investing in product development, global support, and cutting-edge technologies to address the unique needs of their clients. This commitment ensures that businesses across the energy, commodities, and financial sectors can leverage the most advanced tools available to optimize performance and drive growth.
Addressing Key Challenges in Energy and Commodities
The energy and commodities industries face mounting pressures, including escalating data complexity, regulatory demands, and the need for real-time decision-making. Zema Global’s acquisition of cQuant.io directly addresses these challenges by providing a unified platform that streamlines workflows and delivers actionable insights. Key benefits for customers include:
- Enhanced Interoperability: Seamless integration of data and analytics workflows across platforms.
- Faster Time-to-Insight: Real-time processing and analysis to support rapid decision-making.
- Comprehensive Solutions: End-to-end capabilities spanning data ingestion, valuation, forecasting, and portfolio optimization.
- Global Reach: Scalable solutions designed to meet the needs of multinational operations.
By addressing these pain points, Zema Global is empowering businesses to stay ahead of market trends, mitigate risks, and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Strategic Advisors and Future Outlook
The acquisition was supported by a team of strategic advisors, including Massumi + Consoli and KPMG, who advised Zema Global and FTV Capital. On the cQuant.io side, D.A. Davidson and Foley and Lardner LLP provided advisory services. While financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed, the acquisition signals a bold step forward in Zema Global’s mission to lead the industry in data-driven innovation.
Looking ahead, Zema Global and cQuant.io are poised to redefine the standards of excellence in the energy and commodities sectors. By combining their strengths, they are not only addressing current market challenges but also paving the way for future advancements in analytics and decision-making.
A New Era of Data-Driven Excellence
The acquisition of cQuant.io by Zema Global represents more than just a business transaction—it’s a catalyst for transformation in the energy and commodities industries. With David Leevan at the helm as President of Zema Global, the combined entity is well-positioned to drive innovation, expand its global footprint, and deliver unparalleled value to its clients.
As the lines between data management and advanced analytics continue to blur, Zema Global’s unified platform offers a glimpse into the future of enterprise-grade solutions. By empowering businesses with the tools they need to succeed in an ever-evolving market, Zema Global is setting a new benchmark for excellence in the industry.
Stay tuned as Zema Global continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in data and analytics, shaping the future of energy and commodities decision-making one innovation at a time.
About Zema Global
Zema Global Data Corporation is a leading provider of data, analytics and curve solutions, empowering organizations to harness the power of data for informed decision-making and strategic growth. With a commitment to innovation and client success, Zema Global delivers unparalleled value to its global clientele.
About cQuant.io
Founded in 2016, cQuant.io is an industry leader in analytic solutions for energy and commodity companies. Specializing in Total Portfolio Analysis, cQuant’s cloud-native solution simulates all risk factors, forecasts portfolio performance, and optimizes strategies. Its clients include utilities, IPPs, traders, and renewable developers seeking fast, accurate decision-making across their portfolios.
About FTV Capital
FTV Capital is a sector-focused growth equity investment firm that has raised more than $10.2 billion to invest in innovative, high-growth companies across enterprise technology and services and financial technology and services. Founded in 1998, FTV has developed a highly differentiated and disciplined growth equity model, which leverages the firm’s deep domain expertise and thematic investing approach to help portfolio companies accelerate growth. FTV also provides companies with access to its Global Partner Network®, a strategic group of more than 600 executives from many of the world’s leading financial services firms and FTV Propel®, an in-house team of seasoned operational leaders who deliver counsel and resources across a range of critical business functions. For more information, please visit www.ftvcapital.com and follow the firm on LinkedIn.
