Acquisition
Deutsche Börse plans record acquisition of Allfunds for 5.3 billion euros
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Deutsche Börse has submitted a 5.3 billion euro offer for the fund platform Allfunds. This includes 8.80 euros per share, with 6 euros in cash and the rest in shares and dividend. The acquisition would be the largest in the company's history and requires regulatory approvals.
Private equity firm CVC Capital Partners' Global Sport Group has made its first acquisition by purchasing a majority stake in US equestrian league Equine Network for $300 million. The deal marks the division's entry into American horse sports, with founder Tom Winsor remaining as CEO. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026 pending regulatory approvals.
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The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission has expressed concerns about Netflix's proposed $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., citing potential issues in the streaming market. However, the FCC lacks authority to review the deal. Regulators including the Justice Department and FTC are examining it for antitrust implications.
IBF & Company has completed the acquisition of a 50% equity stake in Diatom CBT, a cross-border technology company operating in the UAE and Egypt. The move aims to strengthen its portfolio of technology-driven ventures and expand its footprint in global e-commerce. This transaction marks a significant milestone in the firm's strategy to invest in digital platforms addressing real-world trade challenges.
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The Villar Group announced that Crystal Bridges Holding Corp., owned by the Lucio Co group, has acquired 100 percent of PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp. This transaction signals consolidation in the Philippine water sector, while the company still faces consumer complaints over service quality. It is expected to bring improved investment and management under new ownership.
A group of anonymous top Hollywood filmmakers has emailed an open letter to U.S. Congress members, urging them to block Netflix's potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery due to fears it would harm the theatrical film industry. The letter highlights concerns over shortened theatrical release windows and reduced market competition. Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery have declined to comment on the matter.
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A consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is set to acquire Electronic Arts for $55 billion, with the fund holding 93 percent ownership upon completion. The deal, involving investors like Jared Kushner, Silver Lake, and Affinity, is expected to close by mid-2026 following a shareholder vote later this month. This move raises questions about the future of EA's major franchises amid potential financial pressures.
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