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Japan M&A momentum to persist, Alvarez & Marsal's Aversano says
Deal flow in Japan will likely keep up its brisk pace, thanks in part to regulatory policies that are fueling mergers and acquisitions as well as broader macroeconomic trends, according to Alvarez & Marsal's Paul Aversano. The number of deals…
IBA - ACQUISITION OF OWN SHARES
Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, April 7, 2026 – 6 PM CET – In accordance with article 8:4 of the Royal Decree of 29 April 2019 executing the Belgian Code on Companies and Associations, Ion Beam Applications SA (“IBA”) hereby…
Ilkka Oyj: Acquisition of own shares on 7 April 2026
Ilkka Oyj Stock Exchange Release 7 April 2026, at 07:00 p.m. EEST Ilkka Oyj: Acquisition of own shares on 7 April 2026 Date7 April 2026 Exchange transactionBuy Share trading codeILKKA2 Amount, shares1,400 Average price/share (EUR)4.2300 Total cost…
Universal Music stock soars as Bill Ackman plans $64 billion acquisition and US listing
Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management has proposed a massive cash-and-stock acquisition of Universal Music Group (UMG), the creative home of Taylor Swift, Drake, and Bad Bunny. UMG stock soared 13% on Tuesday following the announcement.
How Overlooked Content Assets Can Drive Acquisition Success
The consumer goods company didn't just study the financials from Wynbert Soapmasters as it considered an acquisition. It also reviewed Wynbert's marketing data — traffic numbers and email subscriber counts — and scrutinized its…
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) Completes Acquisition of Valve Research & Manufacturing Company
Woodward, Inc. (NASDAQ: WWD) is among the 12 Best Aerospace Stocks to Buy Right Now. On March 31, the company said that it had completed the acquisition of Valve Research & Manufacturing Company. According to the press release, about 130 employees…
Ackman's Pershing Square pitches merger with Universal Music
Amsterdam | Pershing Square Capital Management has proposed a combination with Universal Music Group that would move the listing into a US-based acquisition vehicle in a deal that Bill Ackman's fund said will value the world's biggest music label…
Beauty's Leading Dealmakers on Where M&A Is Headed
If one thing's for certain about beauty M&A, it's that the race is on. Amidst the deal flurry that included talks between the Estée Lauder Cos. and Puig, Advent International's acquisition of Salt & Stone or Henkel's snapping up of Olaplex…
Micron Technology (MU) Well-Positioned With New P5 Site Acquisition
Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MU) is one of the 10 best AI chip stocks to buy according to hedge funds. On March 15, Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:MU) made the announcement of its acquisition of the P5 site of Powerchip Semiconductor…
Once Sweden's top company, H&M's struggling to sell its rebound story
From a conference room atop H&M's headquarters in the heart of Stockholm — with its brown-toned wood and clean lines giving the space a distinctly Scandinavian feel — Chief Executive Officer Daniel Erver speaks of reviving the…
M&S has jumped on this divisive shoe trend - and they're selling out fast
Few fashion trends in 2026 split opinion like trainer Mary Janes. A fusion of feminine ballet flats and sporty silhouettes, the hybrid shoe has been championed by the likes of Puma, Onitsuka and Nike. But it's Adidas's samba Mary Janes that have…
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
The latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom. Published exclusively on Dow Jones Newswires at 4:20 ET, 12:20 ET and 16:50 ET. 0754 GMT – Universal Music Group investors will carefully look at the takeover proposal from Bill…
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
The latest Market Talks covering Financial Services. Exclusively on Dow Jones Newswires at 4:20 ET, 12:20 ET and 16:50 ET. 0754 GMT – Universal Music Group investors will carefully look at the takeover proposal from Bill Ackman's Pershing…
Nexstar-Tegna mega-merger takes aim at Indy's shrinking TV news market
A massive broadcast merger with sweeping implications for Indianapolis returns to court Tuesday just days after a separate acquisition rocked one of the city's major newsrooms. Why it matters: Indy residents could soon rely on just two…
M&S axes huge loyalty perk - and shoppers are 'extremely disappointed'
M&S has discontinued a major perk amid a shake-up to its loyalty scheme. Shoppers have been left “gutted” and “extremely disappointed” by the latest update. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy…
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