Nordic Capital-backed Sambla to merge with Advisa.

Nordic Capital-backed Sambla, a credit and loan intermediary, agreed to merge with Advisa, a loan agency in Stockholm. Financial terms were not disclosed. "We are deeply impressed by what these two companies have achieved separately and believe that the combined company will increase competition in the sector and be a strong force when it comes to improving consumers’ finances in the future. In addition to creating a strong platform for growth, the combined company will also drive positive development throughout the industry. Nordic Capital looks forward to supporting the business in its next phase," Christopher Ekdahl, Nordic Capital Principal.