M&A
Ardagh Holdings explores sale of metal packaging unit
Glass and metal packaging producer Ardagh Holdings engages advisors to assess strategic options for its metal packaging business, including a potential sale.
Rocket Lab secures U.S. antitrust clearance for Iridium acquisition
Federal Trade Commission approves Rocket Lab's $515 million purchase of Iridium's launch services unit, clearing key regulatory hurdle ahead of final closing.
Thoma Bravo to acquire Accelerant in $4.1 bln deal
Private equity firm Thoma Bravo will take insurance technology provider Accelerant private in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at over $4 billion.
Thoma Bravo to buy Accelerant for $4 billion
Private equity firm Thoma Bravo will acquire specialty insurance software provider Accelerant in a cash deal valued at $4 billion.
Duolingo Acquires London-Based Animation Studio Animade
Language-learning platform Duolingo has expanded its creative capabilities by acquiring London animation studio Animade.
Anthropic in Talks to Acquire Decart AI
AI startup Anthropic is reportedly in discussions to acquire Decart AI, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Anthropic in Talks to Acquire AI Startup Decart for $6 Billion
AI developer Anthropic is reportedly in discussions to acquire artificial intelligence startup Decart in a deal valued at approximately $6 billion.
Samsonite Agrees to Acquire Lifestyle Brand Béis for $210 Million
Luggage maker Samsonite has announced a deal to acquire lifestyle and travel accessories brand Béis for $210 million.
H.B. Fuller Receives $1.1B to $1.2B Bid for Adhesives Unit
Adhesive maker H.B. Fuller has reportedly attracted a takeover or buyout offer valued between $1.1 billion and $1.2 billion for its specialized unit.
Goldman Sachs Agrees to Acquire ETF Manager NEOS in $2.25 Billion Deal
Goldman Sachs Asset Management is set to acquire NEOS, adding $30 billion in exchange-traded funds, including crypto-linked income funds.
AvalonBay and Equity Residential Shareholders Approve Merger
Shareholders of both AvalonBay and Equity Residential have voted to approve their planned merger.
Earth Science Tech Acquires California Compounding Pharmacy
Earth Science Tech has expanded its operations through the acquisition of a compounding pharmacy located in California.
AEVEX to Acquire BlackSea Technologies in Deal Valued Up to $650 Million
AEVEX has agreed to acquire BlackSea Technologies for a consideration of up to $650 million.
TMX Group Outlines Growth Strategy Focused on M&A and AI
TMX Group executives discussed the company's strategic roadmap at the Canaccord Growth Conference, highlighting mergers, acquisitions, and artificial intelligence.
Bank of America to acquire up to 49.9% stake in Jio Credit for $1.92bn
Deal marks Bank of America's first direct investment in India's digital lending sector. Transaction values Jio Credit at $3.84bn.
Diginex updates on Resulticks acquisition plan
Company says it continues to evaluate the proposed acquisition of Resulticks, a digital marketing firm, while awaiting regulatory clarity.
Paramount considers CNN sale to settle California’s Warner Bros lawsuit
Media giant explores divesting CNN as part of negotiations to resolve legal dispute over its Warner Bros. Discovery merger.
Bank of America to invest $1.9 billion for 49.9% stake in Jio Financial NBFC
Deal values Jio Financial’s non-bank lending unit at $3.8 billion, expanding BofA’s India exposure amid rising consumer credit demand.
Ancora to acquire H.B. Fuller’s adhesives unit for up to $1.2 billion
Private equity firm Ancora Capital proposes a deal valuing H.B. Fuller’s adhesives division at up to $1.2 billion, pending regulatory approval.
Nelson Peltz nears bid to take Wendy’s private
Activist investor Nelson Peltz is preparing a bid to privatize Wendy’s, according to a report. The move would follow a trend of private equity interest in fast-food chains.
Trian Funds weighs take-private bid for Wendy’s, shares jump 12%
Activist investor Nelson Peltz’s Trian Funds is exploring a potential buyout of Wendy’s, sending shares up sharply after the fast-food chain’s stock surged on the news.
Mitie director boosts stake ahead of OCS acquisition
Insider purchase follows Mitie's £1.2 billion deal to acquire OCS Group, signaling confidence ahead of integration.
Goldman Sachs to buy Neos for up to $2.25 billion
Deal combines financial services and technology platforms in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at up to $2.25 billion.
Kingspan to acquire data center firm BMC for €900 million
Irish building materials group Kingspan will expand into data center infrastructure via the all-cash purchase of BMC, a specialist in modular solutions.
