Moody’s, a risk assessment firm, completed the acquisition of Bogard, a data and information on politically exposed persons provider. Financial terms were not disclosed. “Access to accurate, up-to-date information on politically exposed persons is vital for banks, corporations, and other market participants seeking to prevent money laundering and other forms of corruption. Bogard’s sophisticated technology and local expertise further expands Moody’s integrated risk assessment capabilities to address financial crime, and deepens our presence in the region,” Keith Berry, Moody’s KYC Business General Manager.