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Beano publisher makes Mifid II research move

Dennis the Menace meets Eric as UK media group DC Thomson takes stake in research platform ahead of unbundling rules

Eric co-founders Chris Turnbull (L) and Russell Napier (R)
Eric co-founders Chris Turnbull (L) and Russell Napier (R) Photo: Graham Riddell / company photograph

The UK publisher of the iconic Beano comic featuring Dennis the Menace and Gnasher is to take a stake in an independent research network in preparation for new European rules on unbundling.

The Electronic Research Interchange, or Eric, a free marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of company, industry and macro research, said in a statement it is partnering with DC Thomson, the private UK media group.

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