business Feb 1, 2026, 4:58 AM
NFL secures 10 percent stake in ESPN through media merger - The government approved the merger between ESPN and NFL Media on January 31, 2026.
- ESPN acquired operational control of NFL Network, NFL Fantasy, and distribution rights for RedZone.
- The merger creates a new era for NFL programming on ESPN, with expectations of greater access and innovative programming.
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business Jan 30, 2026, 1:07 PM
Santander UK appoints Mahesh Aditya as new CEO ahead of TSB merger - Mahesh Aditya will take over as chief executive of Santander UK on March 1, 2026.
- He succeeds Mike Regnier, who is stepping down as part of preparations for the TSB merger.
- The merger is critical for Santander UK's ambition to enhance its market position.
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business Jan 29, 2026, 4:17 PM
International Paper announces European spin-off to bring DS Smith back to London market - DS Smith is preparing to return to the London stock market after being acquired by International Paper a year ago.
- International Paper plans to de-merge its European division, which mainly consists of DS Smith, in approximately 12 to 15 months.
- The return of DS Smith signifies significant restructuring and investment within the company as it adapts to market changes.
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business Jan 29, 2026, 2:00 PM
Norfolk Southern experiences profit drop due to merger and economic challenges - Norfolk Southern reported a 12% decline in quarterly profit due to merger costs and economic uncertainty.
- The railroad company recorded $644 million in profit for the fourth quarter, affected by $58 million in merger-related expenses and $23 million from the East Palestine derailment.
- Despite challenges, the company remains focused on improving efficiency while navigating regulatory reviews for the merger.
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business Jan 27, 2026, 6:11 PM
Truespeed and Freedom Fibre near merger as broadband sector consolidates - Truespeed and Freedom Fibre are reportedly finalizing a merger to enhance their market position.
- Truespeed has connected 28,000 customers and received significant funding while Freedom Fibre serves over 285,000 premises.
- The merger highlights ongoing consolidation in a financially strained broadband industry.
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business Jan 23, 2026, 4:10 PM
Grab's acquisition of Gojek parent GoTo hits roadblock over Telkomsel's stake - Grab Holdings is facing difficulties in its acquisition plans for GoTo Group due to Telkomsel's refusal to sell its stake.
- Concerns regarding the financial implications for Telkomsel, which originally invested at a much higher valuation, are complicating negotiations.
- The future of the acquisition will depend on negotiations with Telkomsel and approval from the Indonesian government.
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business Jan 23, 2026, 3:55 PM
TalkTalk group seeks potential buyers for consumer and wholesale arms - TalkTalk Group has started discussions with prospective bidders for its consumer and PXC divisions.
- The discussions come after the company appointed advisers to oversee the sales process approximately four months ago.
- This move suggests a potential break-up of a major player in the UK telecoms market.
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business Jan 22, 2026, 3:22 PM
Paramount extends deadline for $77.9 billion bid for Warner Bros - Paramount's tender offer for Warner Bros. Discovery has been extended to February 20.
- More than 168.5 million shares of Warner have been tendered in support of Paramount's $77.9 billion bid.
- Paramount's acquisition strategy may lead to significant changes in media ownership if successful.
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business Jan 22, 2026, 2:42 PM
JP Morgan makes strategic acquisition of WealthOS technology platform - JP Morgan Chase has agreed to acquire WealthOS, enhancing its wealth management technology.
- WealthOS, founded in 2019 and chaired by John Herlihy, operates out of the UK and Sri Lanka.
- The acquisition is part of JP Morgan's strategy to modernize its investment services in the competitive market.
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business Jan 21, 2026, 6:04 PM
Smithfield Foods buys Nathan's Famous for $450 million - Nathan's Famous, a hot dog franchise, has been sold to Smithfield Foods for $450 million.
- The acquisition reflects Smithfield's ongoing relationship and commitment to Nathan's brand since 2014.
- This deal is expected to bring annual savings for Smithfield and continue Nathan's cultural traditions.
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business Jan 20, 2026, 7:18 PM
Next secures Russell & Bromley brand in £2.5 million rescue deal - Next has finalized the acquisition of Russell & Bromley from administration for £2.5 million.
- Only three out of the 36 existing shops will continue to operate under Next's management.
- The future of the remaining stores and associated jobs is uncertain as administrators explore options.
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business Jan 20, 2026, 10:07 AM
CK Hutchison negotiates sale of Three Ireland to Liberty Global - CK Hutchison is reportedly negotiating the sale of Three Ireland to Liberty Global.
- The deal is expected to be valued at up to €1.5 billion.
- This sale indicates CK Hutchison's strategic shift as it prepares for a potential IPO of its telecom assets.
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business Jan 20, 2026, 9:35 AM
Netflix revises Warner Bros. Discovery offer to all-cash deal - Netflix shifted to an all-cash offer for Warner Bros. Discovery valued at $27.75 per share.
- The revised proposal replaces the former cash-stock combination, aiming for greater certainty for investors.
- The decision underscores Netflix's strategy to secure its market presence amid rising competition.
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business Jan 19, 2026, 4:47 PM
Zurich Insurance offers to acquire Beazley for £7.7 billion - Zurich Insurance proposed a £12.80 per share cash offer to acquire Beazley, which represents a significant premium over previous valuations.
- Beazley initially rejected a prior offer of £12.30, stating it undervalued the company.
- The proposed acquisition could create a leading global specialty insurance platform, and Zurich has until February 16, 2026, to formalize the offer.
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business Jan 18, 2026, 7:24 PM
TDR Capital moves to acquire NCC Group's Escode division for £275 million - TDR Capital is negotiating to purchase Escode, a software escrow division of NCC Group, for £275 million.
- The deal aims to shift NCC Group's focus solely towards cybersecurity services.
- If completed, the acquisition will allow NCC Group to enhance shareholder value and potentially offer a significant return of capital.
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business Jan 16, 2026, 9:32 AM
Greencore finalizes £1.2 billion takeover of Bakkavor amid competition concerns - Greencore completed its £1.2 billion acquisition of Bakkavor following court approval.
- The acquisition raised competition concerns over the market for chilled sauces, prompting Greencore to sell its Bristol facility to Compleat Food Group.
- This merger aims to establish a combined food supplier with annual sales of approximately £4 billion, enhancing Greencore's market presence.
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business Jan 14, 2026, 10:07 AM
Uniphar supports Irish pharmacies with acquisition of TouchStore - Uniphar has acquired TouchStore to enhance its support for the Irish community pharmacy sector.
- The acquisition will allow TouchStore to maintain its management structure and operate as a separate entity.
- This partnership aims to significantly boost pharmacy technology innovation and improve operational efficiency.
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business Jan 12, 2026, 4:00 PM
Paramount Skydance files lawsuit against Warner Bros to challenge Netflix deal - Paramount Skydance filed a lawsuit requesting Warner Bros. Discovery disclose information about its sale process and the Netflix deal.
- The lawsuit follows WBD's decision to favor a competing $72 billion offer from Netflix over Paramount's $77 billion bid.
- This legal action reflects Paramount Skydance's commitment to challenge the decision and assert its position in the hostile takeover.
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business Jan 12, 2026, 11:06 AM
Global Sport Group launches €2.7bn debt to expand sports portfolio - Global Sport Group has launched a €2.7 billion debt-raising initiative to fund its acquisition plans.
- Goldman Sachs is managing the debt deal while discussions with potential equity investors are ongoing.
- The move is aimed at expanding CVC Capital Partners' sports portfolio, reflecting a growing interest in global sports investments.
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business Jan 12, 2026, 10:03 AM
Haemonetics acquires Vivasure Medical for €185 million - Vivasure Medical, based in Galway, has been acquired by Haemonetics Corporation, a Boston-based medical device company.
- The acquisition deal is valued at up to €185 million contingent upon certain milestones.
- Leaders from Vivasure express pride in their progress and excitement about expanding their closure technology on a global scale.
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business Jan 2, 2026, 9:28 PM
Next targets struggling LK Bennett with potential offer - LK Bennett has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators due to financial troubles.
- Next is among several retailers considering a potential acquisition of LK Bennett.
- The situation highlights the difficulties faced by fashion brands and the evolving retail landscape.
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business Jan 2, 2026, 3:15 PM
Consumer watchdog probes SP Mobility's takeover of ChargEco - SP Mobility plans to acquire ChargEco, an EV charging service provider, and the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore is seeking public feedback.
- Both companies operate significant numbers of EV charging points and cite competitive markets as a justification for the merger.
- The public feedback period runs from January 2 to January 16, and the outcome of this process will impact the EV charging industry in Singapore.
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business Jan 1, 2026, 6:40 PM
Spire Healthcare urges buyers to express interest amid market struggles - Spire Healthcare has set a 20 January deadline for potential buyers to express interest in acquiring the company.
- The company is responding to shareholder pressure amid a significant drop in its stock price and market capitalization.
- The ongoing review indicates Spire's focus on maximizing shareholder value and exploring various strategic options.
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business Dec 30, 2025, 5:02 PM
Meta acquires AI startup Manus for over $2 billion - Meta acquired Manus, an AI startup based in Singapore, to enhance its AI capabilities.
- Manus has achieved over $100 million in annual recurring revenue within eight months of launch.
- The acquisition marks Meta's strategic move to strengthen its position in the competitive AI landscape.
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business Dec 29, 2025, 10:11 AM
BasePoint Capital buys International Personal Finance for £543 million - BasePoint Capital announces acquisition of International Personal Finance for £543 million.
- The deal follows several months of negotiations, with a purchase price of 235p per share.
- This acquisition marks a shift in the London market, impacting how UK-listed companies are valued and considered.
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business Dec 29, 2025, 1:00 AM
Oleg Tinkov loses $9 billion after denouncing war in Instagram post - In April 2022, Oleg Tinkov criticized the Russian invasion of Ukraine, calling it 'insane' in an Instagram post.
- Immediately after the post, Kremlin officials threatened Tinkov with nationalization of Tinkoff Bank if he did not sell his stake.
- Tinkov lost nearly $9 billion, selling his stake for only 3% of its true market value.
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business Dec 23, 2025, 4:47 PM
BP offloads 65% of Castrol stake to Stonepeak for $6 billion - BP announced the sale of a 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak, valuing the deal at approximately $10.1 billion.
- BP aims to reduce its debt through this sale as part of a larger strategy of asset divestment and operational restructuring.
- This move marks a significant pivot in BP's approach to the energy sector, focusing on core oil and gas operations instead of renewables.
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business Dec 23, 2025, 10:54 AM
Coinbase expands into prediction markets with The Clearing Company acquisition - Coinbase aims to broaden its operations into the prediction markets space with the acquisition of The Clearing Company.
- This move is aligned with Coinbase's vision of creating an 'everything exchange' for various asset classes.
- The acquisition is projected to be completed in January 2026, enhancing Coinbase's offerings in the predictions market.
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business Dec 23, 2025, 1:00 AM
Alphabet acquires Intersect Power in major data center push - Alphabet has acquired Intersect Power for $4.75 billion, enhancing its data center capabilities.
- The deal includes a cash component along with debt assumptions while certain assets will remain independent.
- This acquisition is part of a broader wave of investment in data infrastructure driven by the rising demands of artificial intelligence.
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business Dec 22, 2025, 1:37 PM
Integrity360 expands into Europe with acquisition of Cresco - Integrity360 has acquired Cresco, a Brussels-based cybersecurity services provider.
- The acquisition aims to enhance Integrity360's capabilities in the Benelux region.
- This expansion is part of Integrity360's broader strategy to strengthen its European market presence.
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business Dec 22, 2025, 9:33 AM
Permira and Warburg Pincus acquire Clearwater Analytics for $8.4 billion - Clearwater Analytics, based in Boise, Idaho, has agreed to be acquired for $8.4 billion by an investor group led by Permira and Warburg Pincus.
- The acquisition involves a cash payment of $24.55 per share to Clearwater stockholders, representing a significant premium.
- The deal is expected to fuel Clearwater Analytics' growth as a private entity focused on innovative investment management solutions.
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business Dec 22, 2025, 1:00 AM
Larry Ellison guarantees $40 billion to Paramount's Warner Bros. bid - Larry Ellison has provided a personal guarantee of $40.4 billion for Paramount's acquisition bid.
- Paramount has increased its breakup fee to $5.8 billion to match Netflix’s offer.
- The competitive landscape suggests ongoing tension between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery regarding asset acquisitions.
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