US Asset Managers Hit M&A Spending Record
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Financial Times
US asset managers have set a new record for M&A spending, highlighting increased activity and investment in the financial sector.
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2025: A Historic Year for M&A and Dealmaking
Originally Published 25 days ago — by CNBC
In 2025, U.S. mergers and acquisitions experienced a mixed year with high-value megadeals but overall lower deal volume, influenced by tariff uncertainties, high interest rates, and regulatory challenges under the Trump administration, leading to a cautious but increasingly active market towards the year's end.
Media Predictions for 2026: Insights from Industry Leaders
Originally Published 26 days ago — by CNBC
Anonymous media executives predict major industry shifts by 2026, including Paramount potentially acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery, Apple possibly buying NBCUniversal, and significant sports and league contract changes, alongside leadership shifts at Disney and potential league lockouts.
Paramount's David Ellison Downplays WBD Acquisition Rumors Amid M&A Buzz
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Deadline
Paramount CEO David Ellison emphasized the company's focus on building and opportunistic M&A strategies, notably pursuing Warner Bros Discovery amid ongoing sale talks, but did not comment on specific merger rumors or WBD's potential sale details.
Comcast Explores Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery and ITV Assets
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Variety
Comcast is exploring a potential bid for parts of Warner Bros. Discovery, hiring Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley as advisers, amid ongoing industry interest and WBD's strategic split, with other players like Paramount Skydance and Netflix also considering acquisitions.
Aquarian to Acquire Brighthouse in $4.1B Deal
Originally Published 2 months ago — by TipRanks
Brighthouse stock (BHF) surged following a $4.1 billion acquisition deal, highlighting a significant merger in the business sector.
Netflix Considers Bidding for Warner Bros. Discovery with Investment Bank Support
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Variety
Netflix is actively exploring a potential bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, having hired Moelis & Co. to prepare an offer, amid interest from other companies like Paramount Skydance and Comcast. The move could include some assets but not the entire company, as Netflix has indicated it is not interested in owning legacy media networks. Warner Bros. Discovery is reviewing multiple offers, and the outcome remains uncertain.
Comcast Eyes Warner Bros. Discovery Amid Sale Rumors and Industry Interest
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Deadline
Comcast's Co-CEO designate Mike Cavanagh indicated that the company is interested in pursuing mergers and acquisitions, particularly in streaming and studio assets, especially following the Versant spin-off. Despite high regulatory hurdles and previous unsuccessful bids for Disney and Fox, Comcast remains interested in Warner Bros. Discovery, which is currently entertaining offers from multiple parties including Paramount. Cavanagh suggests that regulatory approval may not be as impossible as some believe.
David Ellison's Paramount Pursuit and Warner Bros. Sale Developments
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Variety
David Ellison is aggressively pursuing a takeover of Warner Bros Discovery with bids up to $23.50 per share, totaling around $93 billion, but his offers have been rejected. WBD is exploring sale options amid interest from other tech giants like Netflix, Amazon, and Apple, and is considering splitting into two companies. The potential merger with Paramount could lead to significant layoffs and industry consolidation, driven by the need for scale and high-value IP in the declining linear TV market.
Warner Bros. Discovery's Stock Soars Amid Sale and Merger Speculations
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Deadline
Warner Bros Discovery's stock reached a three-year high amid interest from multiple potential buyers, with Paramount seen as the most likely acquirer according to Wall Street analysts, despite other bidders like Comcast and Netflix showing interest. The company’s strategic split and ongoing efforts to manage debt and assets have attracted investor attention, with some experts emphasizing the potential for a bidding war to increase shareholder value.
Warner Bros. Discovery Considers Sale Amid Strategic Review
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Variety
Warner Bros. Discovery is evaluating unsolicited acquisition offers from multiple parties, including a potential full company sale or separate transactions for its divisions, amid ongoing strategic restructuring and a planned separation of Warner Bros. and Discovery Global by April 2026.
Warner Bros. Declines Paramount's $20 Per Share Acquisition Offer
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Warner Bros. Discovery rejected Paramount Skydance's $20 per share takeover offer, considering it too low, amid ongoing merger talks and industry consolidation discussions.
Novo Nordisk Acquires Akero Therapeutics in $5.2B Deal
Originally Published 3 months ago — by TipRanks
Novo Nordisk acquired Akero Therapeutics for $5.2 billion, causing AKRO stock to jump 19%, highlighting a significant M&A deal in the biotech sector.
JPMorgan's $22M Payment to Startup Founder Ends in $144M Repayment and Prison
Originally Published 3 months ago — by eFinancialCareers
Charlie Javice, founder of fintech firm Frank, was sentenced to seven years in prison and ordered to repay JPMorgan $144 million after falsely inflating her company's user numbers to secure a $175 million sale, highlighting risks in fintech acquisitions. Meanwhile, the M&A sector is experiencing a boom with increased hiring and record revenues at firms like Jefferies, amidst ongoing corporate leadership changes and market activity.
Walgreens Becomes Private Company Under Sycamore Ownership
Originally Published 4 months ago — by TipRanks
Walgreens Boots Alliance has completed its transition to a private company following a merger or acquisition, marking a significant change in its corporate structure.