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Broker M&A rise slightly in 2025: MarshBerry
There were 854 insurance brokerage merger and acquisitions in 2025, up slightly from 847 during 2024. This year as of March 31, there were 123 announced merger and acquisitions transactions in the U.S, down 4.9% from 129 deals at this time last…
Ilkka Oyj: Acquisition of own shares on 10 April 2026
Ilkka Oyj Stock Exchange Release 10 April 2026, at 07:00 p.m. EEST Ilkka Oyj: Acquisition of own shares on 10 April 2026 Date10 April 2026 Exchange transactionBuy Share trading codeILKKA2 Amount, shares2,600 Average price/share (EUR)4.4051 Total…
B&M European Value Retail falls Friday, underperforms market
Shares of B&M European Value Retail S.A. BME dropped 4.64% to £1.75 Friday, on what proved to be an all-around rough trading session for the stock market, with the FTSE 100 Index UKX falling 0.03% to 10,600.53. B&M European Value Retail S.A.
Hanwha, Poongsan call off $1 bil. ammunition biz M&A deal
Korea's top defense firms Hanwha Aerospace and Poongsan have called off negotiations for Hanwha's acqusition of the Poongsan's ammunition business, triggering speculation over the reasons behind the cancellation. Hanwha Aerospace said in a…
Dolce & Gabbana Joins Italian Fashion's M&A Trend
This article is for subscribers only. Hi, it's Crystal Tse, looking at Italian fashion's shifting attitude to M&A. Also today, finance titans bet that Mideast resilience will outweigh the fallout of war.
Blackstone Eyes $2 Billion IPO for Data Center Acquisition Firm
Blackstone Inc. is considering an initial public offering that could raise $2 billion for an acquisition company that will snap up data centers, according to people familiar with the matter. The alternative investment giant's offering is being led…
Alison Hammond's Burberry-inspired co-ord from M&S is selling fast
READ MORE: We've just found Cat Deeley's gorgeous silk satin ME+EM co-ord with 50% off in the brand's little-known sale - and it scored the This Morning presenter A LOT of compliments Not sure what to watch tonight? Discover our brand new TV GUIDE…
Engie Is Said to Eye Divestments in US, France to Fund UK Acquisition
Engie SA is preparing several divestments in the US and France as it seeks funds to buy a power-distribution business in the UK, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The French utility is working with an adviser to sell stakes in…
B&M slashes 'stylish' and 'sophisticated' £40 piece in new £30 deal
B&M has launched a new deal on a 'stylish' and 'sophisticated' coffee table that adds a 'touch of luxury' to your living room - and it's significantly cheaper than similar products available elsewhere. The 'perfect' piece has been reduced by 25 per…
Magellan shareholders back $1.6b Barrenjoey merger
Magellan Financial Group shareholders are set to give a strong endorsement of the company's proposed merger with Barrenjoey Capital Partners at a meeting on Friday, with proxy votes pointing to decisive support for the deal. Early voting showed 91…
M&T Bank Corp. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day
Shares of M&T Bank Corp. MTB advanced 1.80% to $222.99 Thursday, on what proved to be an all-around favorable trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index SPX rising 0.62% to 6,824.66 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA rising…
TCS Salary Hikes 2024: AI Skills, Headcount Trends & M&S Partnership Details
India's largest IT services firm, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), has announced annual salary hikes effective April 1, while simultaneously renewing its strategic partnership with UK retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) to drive AI-powered omnichannel…
M&S launches 'biggest-ever' lingerie range with 300 everyday essentials from £14
MARKS & Spencer has launched their “biggest ever” lingerie range which is said to rival Kim Kardashian's SKIMS – and the cheapest item is £14. Featuring 300 pieces, shoppers will be able to choose anything from bras…
Solid-state battery firms in China and US charged up for IPO run
Three solid-state battery developers across China and the US are moving towards initial public offerings (IPOs), as geopolitical tensions and elevated oil prices fuel demand for more energy-efficient technologies. Qingtao (Kunshan) Energy…
Dispute resolution as the foundation for Hong Kong's IP economy | Empowering and Connecting Asia and Africa | Nick Chan
The intellectual property economy continues to offer bright spots and shows solid resilience. Creativity brings traffic, and traffic converts into fan spending, extending into exhibitions, pop-up events, and co-branded merchandise. While the United…
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