Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A. has announced its strategic role as the Sole Financial Advisor for the Private Equity fund QuattroR in its significant investment in Next Different, a prominent Italian company specializing in integrated communication. The agreement includes a €20 million capital increase through the QuattroR Mid Cap fund, aimed at bolstering Next Different's external growth strategy and reinforcing its market leadership in Italy. This move highlights Intesa Sanpaolo's commitment to fostering the expansion and development of mid-sized Italian companies and enhancing national business excellence. The completion of this transaction is pending customary Antitrust and Golden Power approvals and is expected to finalize post-summer.