IPOs
Vantage Markets Expands Pre‑IPO CFD Line with Unitree Robotics
The brokerage added a leveraged derivative linked to the Chinese robotics firm, broadening its offerings for investors seeking exposure to frontier AI before public listings.
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ICV to Launch a Gaming-Focused Private Equity Fund in Q1 2027
ICV plans to launch a dedicated private equity fund in Q1 2027, targeting small and mid-sized gaming and interactive entertainment businesses where capital, operational expertise and strategic execution can unlock the next phase of growth.
Finance
SWI Group Forms Joint Venture with Brookfield to Expand U.S. Multifamily Portfolio
Varia US Properties AG partners with Brookfield Asset Management to acquire 13 U.S. multifamily assets through a $694‑million joint venture, providing up to $200 million in equity for future growth.
Finance
Nagarro Reports Modest Revenue Growth in Q2 2026
The global AI and engineering services firm posted a 2.0% year‑over‑year increase in constant‑currency revenue for the second quarter, while adjusted EBITDA rose to €37.8 million.
M&A
Nagarro Board Endorses Persistent’s €81 Offer in Voluntary Takeover
The German software services firm’s management and supervisory boards have jointly recommended shareholders accept the cash bid from Persistent Systems’ German arm, citing an adequate price and strategic fit.
M&A
Archer Aviation Acquires Boeing’s Wisk, SkyGrid and Insitu, Expanding Physical AI Platform
The deal adds a $200 million‑plus defense business and deep autonomy expertise to Archer’s AI‑driven aerospace portfolio, while Boeing takes a stake and commits to collaboration.
Finance
Gravity Capital Acquires Kingstone Capital’s Indirect Stake in Grand Metropolitan Hotels Holding
The takeover of a 70.3 percent indirect shareholding in the Dutch holding company ends the joint‑venture between Kingstone Capital AG Switzerland and the Versorgungswerk der Zahnärzte Berlin (VZB).
Finance
Itaúsa Reports Record Recurring Net Income of R$8.8 Billion in First Half of 2026
Brazil’s largest publicly traded investment holding company posted a 12% rise in recurring net income, driven by strong performance from its financial and non‑financial investees.
M&A
Brennan Investment Group Acquires Class A Industrial Property in Greenville-Spartanburg Market
Brennan Investment Group ("Brennan"), a leading private real estate investment firm, announced the acquisition of a 157,412-square-foot Class A...
M&A
BlueNord: Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting - Approval of the Merger Plan with Vår Energi
Reference is made to the joint announcement on 21 July 2026 by BlueNord ASA (OSE: BNOR, "BlueNord" or the "Company") and Vår Energi ASA (OSE: VAR,...
Finance
Group 1 Automotive Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Group 1 Automotive reported second quarter 2026 financial results, with diluted earnings per common share from continuing operations of $8.62 and adjusted diluted earnings per common share from continuing operations of $9.61.
Finance
How to Scale Trust in Agentic Commerce and Digital Money
Joining the FinextraTV studio at EBAday 2026 in Copenhagen, Federico Aondio, Accenture Payments and Digital Assets Lead for Italy and Greece, discussed the future of agentic commerce. Federico provides interesting statistics surrounding the reality of agentic transactions current
M&A
Brand Engagement Network's Newly Acquired Operations Deliver $5.3 Million in First-Half 2026 Revenue
Brand Engagement Network, Inc. (Nasdaq: BNAI) ("BEN" or the "Company"), an enterprise AI software company, today announced that the operations...
M&A
Cinven and La Caisse to jointly acquire leading specialty MGA platform, Optio
International private equity firm, Cinven, together with global investment group, La Caisse (formerly CDPQ), today announce that they have reached an ...
M&A
World's Largest Local REALTOR® Association Solidifies Southeast Florida Marketplace with Martin County REALTORS® Merger
Coming off the heels of the largest merger in National Association of REALTORS® history, MIAMI REALTORS® + RWorld continues to build momentum,...
M&A
GR0 to Acquire Ultimate AI's Deployment Division and Launch GR0 AI, Turning Brands' Existing Customer Data Into Revenue
GR0, the Los Angeles-based digital marketing agency, today announced plans to acquire Ultimate Deployment and launch GR0 AI, a new company that...
Private Equity
Blue Owl completes $2.4bn Sila Realty acquisition
The all cash deal expands the manager's net lease strategy with 137 healthcare focused properties.
IPOs
Securitize targets NYSE listing with about $400m of gross proceeds
The digital securities company expects to trade as SECZ after combining with a Cantor sponsored vehicle.
Private Equity
Permira and Warburg complete Clearwater's $8.4bn take private
The transaction moves a scaled investment accounting platform into private ownership with a substantial value creation agenda.
IPOs
Agility Robotics chooses a SPAC route to the public market
The humanoid robotics company plans to merge with Churchill Capital Corp XI as investors debate capital intensity and readiness.
M&A
Booz Allen agrees $720m acquisition of Ultra mission systems unit
The transaction adds defense technology capabilities as strategic buyers compete for specialized platforms.
Finance
Bank of England holds at 3.75% as energy risk divides the committee
A 7 to 2 vote reveals a live debate between weak demand and the danger of persistent price pressure.
Finance
Federal Reserve holds rates as solid activity meets elevated inflation
The unanimous June decision keeps the target range at 3.5% to 3.75% while uncertainty remains high.
M&A
Dana and Eaton agree a $5.1bn mobility combination
The industrial transaction is designed to create a broader powertrain supplier as vehicle architectures change.
Finance
Turkey keeps its policy rate at 37% as domestic demand weakens
The central bank maintained a tight stance and kept upside inflation risks at the center of its June decision.
M&A
Danaher completes Masimo acquisition and adds a new diagnostics platform
The closing shifts attention from deal terms to the operating work of integrating a healthcare technology business.
Private Equity
NinjaOne raises $400m as endpoint management consolidates
The large private round reflects continued demand for software that reduces operational complexity across device fleets.
M&A
Palo Alto Networks completes Portkey acquisition for secure AI deployment
The cybersecurity group is buying its way deeper into the control layer around enterprise models and agents.
M&A
Procurement Sciences acquires HigherGov to consolidate government sales intelligence
The deal combines AI enabled workflow with a large source of public sector opportunity data.