TORONTO and PERTH, Australia, Nov. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BMO Financial Group (TSX: BMO) (NYSE: BMO) today announced the completion of its acquisition of the Australian capital markets business of Euroz Hartleys Group Limited (ASX: EZL), strengthening its leading global metals and mining franchise and expanding BMO Capital Markets’ presence in Australia.
The acquisition combines BMO’s global investment banking and distribution capabilities with Euroz Hartleys’ deep Australian expertise in equities research, institutional sales and trading, equity capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic advisory. The combined platform connects clients more directly with capital, investors and opportunities across Australia, North America and Europe.
BMO has operated in Australia since 2004 with an office in Melbourne. The addition of the Euroz Hartleys capital markets team in Perth significantly expands BMO’s Australian capabilities and establishes a broader platform serving corporate and institutional clients.
BMO has been recognized as the world’s best Metals & Mining Investment Bank by Global Finance Magazine for 17 consecutive years.
About BMO Financial Group
BMO Financial Group is the eighth largest bank in North America by assets, with total assets of $1.5 trillion as of July 31, 2026. Serving clients for more than 200 years, BMO provides a broad range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, global markets and investment banking products and services across Canada, the United States, and select markets globally. BMO is innovating for business value, by deploying and integrating human, digital and artificial intelligence to personalize client experiences, augment teams, and automate its business responsibly. Driven by its purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life, BMO is committed to driving positive change in the world, and making progress for a thriving economy, sustainable future, and stronger communities.
Media Contact: Jeff Roman, jeff.roman@bmo.com, (416) 867‑3996; Investor Relations Contact: Christine Viau, Christine.viau@bmo.com, (416) 867-6958; Bill Anderson, bill2.anderson@bmo.com, (416) 867-7834
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