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business 2025-07-02 09:47
KKR acquires Spectris in a $4.1 billion deal - KKR has made a $4.1 billion cash offer to purchase Spectris, surpassing a previous deal from Advent International.
- The acquisition reflects a 96% premium over Spectris's share price prior to Advent's initial bid.
- This move by KKR underscores the ongoing trend of private equity firms seeking investment opportunities in undervalued companies.
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business 2025-06-23 18:17
Advent recommends £3.8 billion offer from Spectris - Spectris has received a £3.8 billion acquisition bid from Advent International, signaling strong interest from private equity firms.
- Potential bidding war looms as rival firm KKR shows interest in the company.
- The recommendation from Advent indicates a belief in Spectris's growth potential and strategic relevance in the market.
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business 2025-06-11 21:15
Assura board backs private equity bid despite payment issues - The Assura board is encountering payment processing challenges that could affect subscriber retention.
- They have opted to recommend a bid from KKR and Stonepeak as their most viable option.
- This decision indicates a strategic shift in Assura's approach to ensuring future business viability.
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business 2025-04-05 23:01
KKR pledges no dividends to save Thames Water - KKR intends to acquire a majority stake in Thames Water with a non-dividend commitment.
- This approach aims to reassure regulators and the public about the company’s turnaround potential.
- By prioritizing reinvestment over immediate profits, KKR seeks to improve Thames Water’s operational state.
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business 2025-04-03 10:40
Primary Health Properties attempts to thwart Assura's £1.6 billion takeover - Primary Health Properties has proposed a cash-and-shares offer for Assura, valuing it at £1.5 billion.
- This attempt aims to counteract a £1.6 billion takeover offer from KKR, the American private equity giant.
- If successful, the merger would create a new entity owning over 1,100 medical facilities worth around £6 billion.
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business 2025-04-01 21:00
Thames Water chooses KKR to potentially rescue its operations - Thames Water has chosen KKR as its preferred bidder to help manage its significant debt and financial instability.
- KKR's proposal suggests a cash injection of around £4 billion aimed at reducing Thames Water's £16 billion debt.
- The company aims to finalize the takeover deal in the latter half of the year to stabilize its operations.
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business 2025-03-17 00:00
KKR set to rebound with promising stock signals - KKR & Co. shows oversold signals, indicating a potential short-term relief rally.
- Support levels suggest testing a low near $94 before establishing a lasting bottom.
- Long-term indicators paint a less favorable picture, forecasting corrective action in the coming months.
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business 2025-03-02 00:01
Flint Global rejects £120m takeover bid from KKR-backed firm - Flint Global, a UK business advisory firm, received a takeover bid from KKR-backed FGS Global.
- The initial offer of £89 million was rejected, leading to a revised bid valuing 75% of Flint at one price and 25% at £120 million.
- Flint's decision to reject the bids highlights its confidence in its growth and market position.
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business 2025-02-03 11:39
KKR gears up to rescue Thames Water with billion-pound plan - KKR is preparing to inject billions into Thames Water, which suffers from £19 billion in debt.
- Legal disputes regarding financing options are ongoing in the High Court, with rival syndicates proposing competing plans.
- The potential involvement of KKR could provide a credible path to prevent Thames Water from going into special administration.
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business 2024-12-11 12:26
Bain Capital snatches Fuji Soft deal from KKR amid fierce competition - Bain Capital increased its bid for Fuji Soft to 9,600 yen per share, surpassing KKR's latest offer.
- KKR had previously raised its tender offer to 9,451 yen per share after Bain's initial bid.
- The ongoing bidding competition reflects the surge in M&A activity in Japan, driven by growing interest from private equity firms.
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business 2024-09-27 09:07
KKR partners with BBVA and sells GeoStabilization International - KKR has partnered with BBVA, which has committed $200 million to support KKR's Global Climate Strategy.
- The partnership aims to explore new climate infrastructure investments, focusing on energy transition and electrification.
- KKR's recent activities, including the sale of GeoStabilization International and the acquisition of a stake in Queensland Airports Limited, reflect its strategic focus on climate-related investments.
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