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City A.M. • Jun 11, 2025

Private equity giant KKR returns with final bid for Assura

The £1.7 billion all-cash acquisition of Assura by investment firms KKR and Stonepeak highlights a significant transfer of ownership away from public markets, impacting the London...

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City A.M. • Jun 11, 2025

Canadian giant swoops for London-listed Ricardo

The acquisition of the London-based engineering company by a major Canadian consultancy for £281 million highlights a significant foreign investment impacting the valuation and own...

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Sky News Money • Jun 10, 2025

Wood Group races to finalise Sidara deal by end of June

Wood Group is working swiftly to complete an acquisition by a Gulf competitor at a reduced valuation, which could significantly impact its financial stability and market position b...

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City A.M. • Jun 10, 2025

Lord Ashcroft bought shares in Mitie on day it made offer for firm he founded

Lord Ashcroft invested £1 million in Mitie by purchasing over 700,000 shares on the day the company disclosed discussions regarding a £370 million acquisition of a business he help...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 09, 2025

UK chip designer Alphawave agrees to $2.4bn takeover by US rival Qualcomm

The acquisition of the British semiconductor firm by a major American corporation for $2.4 billion highlights ongoing challenges faced by the London Stock Exchange in retaining key...

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City A.M. • Jun 09, 2025

Energy services giant returned to profit before $1bn takeover

Prior to its acquisition valued over $1 billion, the Aberdeen-based energy company achieved a pre-tax profit of $4.4 million and generated numerous employment opportunities during...

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City A.M. • Jun 09, 2025

Alphawave reaches deal on Qualcomm takeover

The agreement for Qualcomm to acquire Alphawave highlights a major transaction in the semiconductor industry, signaling significant investment shifts and potential market changes w...

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City A.M. • Jun 05, 2025

Mitie Group makes bid for Lord Ashcroft-founded Marlowe

Mitie Group’s proposed acquisition of Marlowe, valued at £366 million, aims to enhance operational efficiency and capitalize on recent revenue growth within the outsourcing sector.

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 04, 2025

A race against time: what now for Thames Water after rescue deal collapses?

The withdrawal of a major investment proposal has intensified financial uncertainty for the utility, prompting extensive creditor negotiations and increasing the likelihood of temp...

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City A.M. • Jun 04, 2025

Thames Water mess could soon swamp ministers – and taxpayers

The withdrawal of a major private equity firm from a £4 billion investment in Thames Water highlights increasing financial risks and potential burdens for government and public fun...

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CryptoSlate • Jun 03, 2025

Bitstamp finally folds into Robinhood in $200M merger, unlocking global crypto passport

By acquiring Bitstamp for $200 million in cash, Robinhood gains over 50 regulatory licenses, expands its customer base by four million, and establishes a new institutional revenue...

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Investopedia • Jun 02, 2025

Blueprint Medicines Stock Soars as Biotech Agrees to Over $9B Sanofi Takeover

The agreement for a multibillion-dollar acquisition by Sanofi has led to a notable increase in the market value of Blueprint Medicines shares.

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 02, 2025

Ex-minister Greg Hands to advise Royal Mail buyer Daniel Křetínský

Greg Hands’ role as a strategic adviser to Daniel Křetínský’s EP Group highlights the ongoing collaboration between political expertise and international investment in major UK and...

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City A.M. • May 29, 2025

Is Asda’s ambitious turnaround starting to bear fruit?

Recent operational improvements and strategic adjustments have begun to influence Asda’s revenue streams and market position, indicating potential progress in stabilizing its finan...

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Financial Times • May 29, 2025

Hargreaves Lansdown chief Olley to leave

The departure of Hargreaves Lansdown’s chief executive comes after the company was acquired in a £5.4 billion private equity deal, marking a significant change in ownership and lea...

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City A.M. • May 21, 2025

‘Governance horror-show’: AVI hits out at takeover plan from Dan Loeb-backed Third Point

The planned acquisition by Third Point Investors, supported by Dan Loeb, has raised concerns among significant stakeholders due to potential governance challenges and its implicati...

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City A.M. • May 19, 2025

KKR lashes out against PHP in Assura bidding war

The competitive bids for Assura highlight the potential regulatory challenges and valuation considerations impacting investor decisions and the overall dynamics of the acquisition...

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CBC Business • May 16, 2025

Strathcona Resources makes stock-and-cash takeover offer for MEG Energy

Strathcona Resources’ proposed acquisition of MEG Energy involves a combination of shares and cash, reflecting a total valuation of nearly $5.9 billion for the oilsands producer.

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City A.M. • May 15, 2025

Mark Kleinman: BP bid may be more likely from Exxon than Shell

A potential acquisition of BP by Exxon instead of Shell could considerably impact market dynamics and investor confidence within the global energy sector.

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City A.M. • May 14, 2025

Direct Line suffers shareholder revolt over CEO’s huge pay day

Shareholders expressed strong opposition due to the CEO receiving a substantial compensation package, raising concerns about executive pay amid the company’s upcoming £3.7 billion...

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The Guardian – Business • May 14, 2025

UK watchdog launches investigation into Aviva’s £3.7bn takeover of Direct Line

The regulatory review will assess how the proposed £3.7 billion acquisition might affect market dynamics and competitive conditions within the UK insurance industry over the coming...

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Euronews Business • May 09, 2025

Commerzbank reports profit surge as it fends off UniCredit bid

Commerzbank achieved its highest quarterly earnings in over a decade, demonstrating strong financial performance that may influence ongoing acquisition discussions with UniCredit.

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The Guardian – Business • May 06, 2025

Deliveroo agrees £2.9bn takeover by US rival DoorDash

The acquisition of Deliveroo by DoorDash for £2.9 billion includes significant financial benefits for employees and founders, with payouts totaling over £230 million combined from...

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BBC Business • May 06, 2025

Deliveroo deal shows UK still can't hang on to big firms

The acquisition by an American company highlights contrasting market conditions and investment appeal between the UK and US, influencing the movement and retention of major corpora...

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City A.M. • May 06, 2025

Argentex shares crash as firm fights to survive

Following a significant decline in liquidity linked to currency fluctuations, Argentex experienced a steep drop in share value upon resuming trading, highlighting serious financial...

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City A.M. • May 06, 2025

Deliveroo reaches agreement on £2.9bn DoorDash takeover

The arrangement will result in Deliveroo being acquired by DoorDash for nearly £2.9 billion, providing shareholders with a substantial premium compared to recent market valuations...

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City A.M. • May 05, 2025

Shell weighs BP takeover bid

A potential acquisition of BP by Shell could reshape the oil and gas sector by creating a significantly larger entity with considerable market influence and financial resources.

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The Guardian – Business • May 04, 2025

Shell reportedly weighing up merits of making move to buy BP

A potential acquisition of BP by Shell could significantly reshape market dynamics and represent one of the largest transactions in the energy sector’s history.

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CryptoSlate • Apr 30, 2025

Ripple’s reported $5 billion offer for Circle rejected as too low

Ripple's attempt to acquire Circle was met with rejection due to the proposed offer being considered insufficient, raising questions about future negotiations and valuation of stab...

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