S&P Global has acquired ProntoNLP, a company that provides Generative AI tooling, specializing in advanced tooling that extracts nuanced insights from both structured and unstructured data. This strategic acquisition enhances S&P Global’s textual data analytics by leveraging ProntoNLP’s proprietary models and large language model (LLM)-based signal processing tools.
Founded in 2021, ProntoNLP has developed sophisticated natural language processing (NLP) solutions that integrate with LLM technology to conduct rapid, in-depth analysis of unstructured financial data across large datasets.
The company’s offerings comprise customizable solutions aimed at event detection and sentiment analysis, all powered by AI.
Following the acquisition, ProntoNLP will be embedded within the S&P Global Market Intelligence division, with its intellectual property set to facilitate broader enterprise applications.
Frank Tarsillo, Chief Technology Officer of S&P Global Market Intelligence, emphasized the strategic importance of this acquisition: “This move highlights our commitment to refining AI-driven solutions that leverage both structured and unstructured data for actionable insights. Integrating ProntoNLP’s innovative signal processing capabilities with our existing platforms will foster enhanced contextual understanding, improved predictive accuracy, and expedited decision-making for our clientele.”
The acquisition was finalized on December 31, 2024, with the financial terms and details of the deal not disclosed.