Oberon to Acquire WH Ireland Wealth Arm, Adding £850m AUA
- Chapters Capital
- Sep 22
- 2 min read
22nd September 2025
Oberon Investments is set to acquire WH Ireland’s wealth management division in a £1m cash deal, which will add £850m of client assets under administration. The proposed acquisition is expected to be completed in October, pending shareholder approval, and marks a significant shift for both firms.
For WH Ireland, the sale comes in the wake of declining revenues, impairments, and staff departures, which have led the group to announce its intention to delist from AIM and wind down operations. This transaction follows the disposal of its capital markets business last year and the sale of its Henley-based wealth team to Verso Group earlier in 2025.
For Oberon, however, this acquisition represents a strategic leap forward. CEO Simon McGivern described the deal as a “transformational moment,” highlighting Oberon’s ambition to build a national wealth management platform that is personal, agile, and high-performing. The acquisition also adds new offices in Manchester and Poole, enhancing Oberon’s regional presence and service capabilities.
By securing WH Ireland’s wealth management arm, Oberon not only expands its footprint but also strengthens its position in a consolidating market, offering clients continuity of service along with the added depth of the wider Oberon Group.
At Chapters Capital, we specialise in financial planning and wealth management M&A and understand the importance of strategic acquisitions for growth. Whether you are considering a sale, merger, or expansion or want to learn more about buyers in the space, please contact one of our professional associates today for a confidential, no-obligation consultation.
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