RHJ International Acquires Kleinwort Benson From Commerzbank

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM -- (Marketwire) -- 10/15/09 -- RHJ International ('RHJI') the diversified investment holding company, announces that it has reached an agreement with Commerzbank AG to buy Kleinwort Benson with its private banking, wealth management and fiduciary businesses.

RHJ International (Euronext: RHJI) is a diversified holding company focused on creating long-term value for its shareholders by acquiring and operating businesses in attractive industries. For further information visit www.rhji.com.

Arnaud Denis
Investor Relations Director

RHJ International
Tel. +32 2 643 60 13
http://www.rhji.com
investor-relations@rhji.com

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