Mergers and Acquisitions
BBVA's takeover bid for Banco Sabadell fails with only 25% acceptance
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BBVA's hostile takeover bid (OPA) to absorb Banco Sabadell has failed after 17 months, securing only about 25% acceptance of the capital, below the 30% minimum threshold set. This marks the second failure for BBVA president Carlos Torres, following an unsuccessful attempt in 2020. Rejection from shareholders, regulators, and the Spanish government has shaped the outcome of this banking battle.
Shares of Japanese chip parts maker Rohm surged 18% on Friday, marking the largest daily gain in 26 years, after receiving an acquisition proposal from auto parts supplier Denso. The stock hit its daily upper limit of ¥3,243 at close in Tokyo. Rohm has not made any specific decisions on the bid, the company stated.
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At the 91st New York Film Critics Circle Awards, winners including Rose Byrne and Wagner Moura highlighted industry challenges, from complex female roles to potential mergers. The event at Tao Downtown in New York City celebrated 2025 films amid discussions on sequels and streaming's future. Attendees voiced worries about a possible Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros., emphasizing the value of theatrical releases.
Videogame giant Electronic Arts is in advanced discussions to be taken private in a deal valued at approximately $50 billion, according to reports from the Wall Street Journal. The potential transaction, which could reshape the gaming industry's landscape, involves negotiations with private equity firms and comes amid broader market volatility in the tech sector. If completed, this would mark one of the largest buyouts in the entertainment software space.