Deals•Feb 17, 2026
MTN to Acquire Remaining Stake in IHS Towers for $2.2 Billion
MTN Group announced it will acquire the remaining stake in IHS Towers, valuing the transaction at $2.2 billion and bringing its total investment in the tower operator to $6.2 billion. The deal gives MTN full control of IHS Towers' African infrastructure assets, enhancing its network coverage and revenue potential. The acquisition is expected to close later this year, subject to regulatory approvals.
Bloomberg – Technology
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Seek's VC Fund to Divest Remaining Stake in Employment Hero
Seek's venture arm announced the sale of its remaining stake in HR software platform Employment Hero as part of its half‑year results, ending an eight‑year partnership. The divestment follows a prior $95 million stake sale to KKR and a resolved Federal...
Startup Daily (ANZ)
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Carlsberg to Launch IPO for Its Indian Operations
Carlsberg announced plans to list its Indian business via an initial public offering, aiming to capitalize on rising sales in the market. The IPO, slated for later this year, will raise capital to fund further expansion, though the valuation and...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Hotel Trio Healdsburg Sold for $38 Million
Hotel Trio Healdsburg, a boutique hotel in Sonoma County, California, has been sold for $38 million, marking a notable transaction in the hospitality sector.
Hotel News Resource
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Alt-Coffee Startup Koppie Raises Undisclosed Follow-On Funding From DOEN Ventures
Belgian alt-coffee startup Koppie announced it has secured an undisclosed follow-on investment from DOEN Ventures, bringing its total funding to over €2 million. The capital will be used to scale production capacity to 1,000 tons by 2026 for launch partners.
AgFunderNews
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Runway Secures $315M in Series E Funding
Runway announced a $315 million Series E funding round, its latest capital raise. The new funding will fuel the company's growth and product development.
VC News Daily
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
BTG Pactual Acquires 48% Stake in Meutudo to Boost Retail Strategy
Brazilian investment bank BTG Pactual announced the acquisition of a 48% stake in fintech platform Meutudo, aiming to strengthen its retail strategy. The deal, disclosed on February 17, 2026, expands BTG Pactual’s presence in the consumer finance market.
Fintech Futures
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Ares Interactive Raises $70M to Expand Cross‑platform F2P Portfolio
Ares Interactive announced a $70 million fundraising round to expand its cross‑platform free‑to‑play portfolio and support user‑acquisition financing. The capital will fund further acquisitions, including the recent acqui‑hire of 7th Inning’s core team and other studio partnerships.
Mobilegamer.biz
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
VoiceMed Secures €1M Seed Round From Invitalia, GCM Group, Padda Health and 28Digital
Rome‑based digital health startup VoiceMed announced it has closed a €1 million seed round, receiving public funding from Invitalia and private investments from GCM Group, Padda Health and 28Digital. The funds will be used to accelerate clinical studies and market entry...
EU-Startups
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Utility Global Secures $100M Series D Funding to Accelerate Industrial Decarbonization
Utility Global announced a $100 million Series D financing round led by Ara Partners and APG Asset Management. The capital will fund the deployment of its H2Gen® technology for large‑scale hydrogen production and decarbonization across hard‑to‑abate industrial sectors.
VC News Daily
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Edward Jones Completes Acquisition of Natixis IM's Overlay-Management Capabilities
Edward Jones announced the completion of its acquisition of Natixis IM's overlay-management capabilities, enabling the firm to manage overlay services for its U.S. UMA in-house. The move, alongside a new partnership with fixed-income platform Moment, expands Edward Jones' cash-flow optimization...
WealthManagement.com – ETFs
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Warner Bros Rejects Paramount’s Revised Offer, Grants One Week to Negotiate
Paramount Pictures has submitted a revised acquisition offer for Warner Bros, which the studio has rejected while granting a one‑week window to continue negotiations. The move signals ongoing M&A talks between the two entertainment giants, with deal terms still undisclosed.
BusinessLIVE
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Tencent Reportedly Provides Undisclosed Funding to Highguard
Highguard, the developer behind the upcoming game Wildlight, has reportedly secured funding from Chinese tech giant Tencent. The investment, whose amount remains undisclosed, is expected to support server costs and recent layoffs, shedding light on the previously mysterious financing.
Kotaku
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
GE HealthCare Secures Extended Funding From BARDA
GE HealthCare announced an extension of its financing agreement with the U.S. Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA). The new arrangement provides additional capital to support the company's development of medical imaging and diagnostic technologies. Financial terms were not...
MarketScreener – Press Releases
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
GDA Luma Invests $30M in Pat McGrath Labs, Securing Controlling Stake
US‑based financial firm GDA Luma announced a $30 million investment in makeup‑artistry label Pat McGrath Labs, comprising $10 million debtor‑in‑possession financing and $20 million post‑emergence working capital. The deal gives GDA Luma a controlling interest, while founder Pat McGrath retains a significant stake and moves to chief creative...
The Business of Fashion (BoF)
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
QuadSci Raises $8M in Series A Funding
QuadSci announced a Series A financing round of $8 million, marking its latest capital raise. The round was reported on February 17, 2026.
FinSMEs
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
ChipAgents Secures $74M Funding Round to Accelerate Agentic AI Chip Design Platform
ChipAgents announced a $74 million fundraising round to expand its agentic AI platform aimed at accelerating chip design. The capital will be used to scale the technology and broaden its market reach. The round highlights growing investor interest in AI-driven...
ITWeb (South Africa) – Public Sector
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Continental General Insurance Acquires 91,000 Policies From Guaranty Associations
Austin-based Continental General Insurance Company announced the acquisition of approximately 91,000 final expense, life, annuity, and accident & health policies from the state life and health insurance guaranty associations. The transaction, effective Jan. 1, 2026, expands Continental General’s portfolio and...
Reinsurance News
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Silicon Valley Bank Provides $9.5M Growth‑capital Facility to Realta Fusion
Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank, announced a $9.5 million growth‑capital facility for fusion‑energy startup Realta Fusion. The funding aims to support the company's development of high‑temperature superconducting magnet technology. The deal was disclosed on February 17,...
VC News Daily
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Cherry Bekaert Acquires California Accounting Firm Richardson Kontogouris Emerson LLP
Cherry Bekaert, a global advisory, tax and assurance firm, announced the acquisition of the business and assets of Richardson Kontogouris Emerson LLP, a California-based public accounting and advisory firm. The transaction expands Cherry Bekaert’s presence on the West Coast and adds RKE’s...
CPA Practice Advisor
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Moab Secures $16M in Funding
Moab announced that it has raised $16 million in a new funding round. The capital will be used to support the company's growth initiatives.
FinSMEs
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Caterpillar VC Invests in ElevenEs to Build 1 GWh LFP Cell Factory in Serbia
Caterpillar’s venture capital arm announced an investment in Serbian battery startup ElevenEs, which is constructing a 1 GWh lithium‑iron‑phosphate cell factory in Serbia. The funding will support the company’s expansion in the energy storage market.
Energy Storage News
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
212 NexT Invests in Advanced Chemistry Startup Aepnus
Turkish deep‑tech fund 212 NexT participated in a pre‑Series A funding round for Aepnus, a US‑based startup developing a modular, chlorine‑free electrochemical process for chemicals such as caustic soda and sulfuric acid. The investment will support further development, global scaling, and...
Tech.eu
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
VulnCheck Secures $25M Series B Funding Led by Sorenson Capital
VulnCheck, a Lexington, MA-based exploit intelligence startup, announced a $25 million Series B round. The round was led by Sorenson Capital with participation from National Grid Partners, Ten Eleven Ventures, and In‑Q‑Tel. The funding will accelerate the company's mission to deliver real‑time...
VC News Daily
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
MAI Capital Management Acquires LOC Investment Advisors for $750M
MAI Capital Management announced the acquisition of LOC Investment Advisors, a West Virginia‑based fee‑only RIA with $759 million in assets, in a deal valued at $750 million. The purchase expands MAI’s footprint in West Virginia and Florida and marks its 20th acquisition...
WealthManagement.com – ETFs
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Forrestania Resources to Acquire MacPhersons Reward From Beacon Mining for A$5M Cash and 36M Shares
Forrestania Resources has signed a binding heads-of-agreement to acquire the MacPhersons Reward assets from Beacon Mining, a subsidiary of Beacon Minerals. The transaction includes a cash payment of A$5 million and the issuance of 36 million Forrestania shares valued at...
Mining Technology
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Nomagic Raises $10M Series B Extension Led by Cogito Capital Partners
Poland-based warehouse robotics company Nomagic announced a $10 million Series B extension round led by Cogito Capital Partners, bringing its total funding to over $84 million. The new capital will accelerate commercial growth in the U.S. and further development of its AI-driven Shoebox...
Robotics 24/7
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Mobilise App Lab to Raise ₹20 Cr via IPO on NSE Emerge
Mobilise App Lab, a SaaS‑based enterprise software provider, announced an IPO on NSE Emerge to raise ₹20 crore by issuing 25.12 lakh equity shares at a price band of ₹75‑₹80 per share. CapitalVentures will act as the book‑running lead manager (underwriter) and the...
The Hindu Business Line — Markets
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
SurrealDB Raises $23M in Additional Series A Funding
SurrealDB announced an additional $23 million in Series A financing to accelerate development of its real-time database platform. The new capital expands its Series A total and includes participation from existing and new investors, supporting further product and market expansion.
FinSMEs
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
OX2 Secures Project Financing From DNB Carnegie and UniCredit for 189MW Fageråsen Wind Farm
Swedish renewable energy developer OX2 has secured long‑term project financing from DNB Carnegie and UniCredit for its 189 MW Fageråsen onshore wind farm in Malung‑Sälen, Sweden. The financing supports the construction of the 27‑turbine project, which also includes a 200 MWh battery...
reNEWS
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Fairfax Financial Leads $1.65bn Management-Led Take-Private of Kennedy Wilson
Fairfax Financial Holdings has pledged $1.65bn to support a management-led buyout that will take Kennedy Wilson private, marking a significant transaction in the commercial real estate sector.
CRE Herald
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
SpendRule Secures $2M Seed Funding to Launch Hospital Spending Tracker
Stealth-mode startup SpendRule announced a $2 million seed round, enabling the company to launch its platform that helps hospitals monitor and control spending. The funding will support product development and market entry, positioning SpendRule as a new player in health...
TechCrunch (Main)
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Dataro Secures $14.28M Series A Funding Led by Blueprint Equity
AI fundraising platform Dataro announced a $14.28 million Series A round led by Blueprint Equity, aimed at expanding its operations in the United States and other markets. The funding will support product development, sales, and marketing to help nonprofits leverage...
Just AI News
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Apollo Invests in GoodLife Group, Boosting Canadian Fitness Chain
Apollo Global Management announced an investment in GoodLife Group, the leading Canadian fitness company. The terms were not disclosed, and the deal keeps founder David “Patch” Patchell‑Evans as chairman and Jeff van Haeren as CEO, supporting the firm’s growth plans.
PE Hub
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
ABP and Vesteda Launch €400m Venture for Affordable Dutch Rental Housing
ABP and Vesteda have announced a new joint venture with €400 million of capital to develop affordable mid‑market rental homes in high‑pressure urban areas of the Netherlands. The partnership aims to create a sustainable platform for delivering rental housing and address...
CRE Herald
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Blue Bird to Buy Out Girardin’s Stake in Micro Bird
Blue Bird announced it will purchase Girardin’s ownership stake in Micro Bird, consolidating its position in the school‑bus market. The deal, valued at an undisclosed amount, will make Blue Bird the sole owner of Micro Bird.
Automotive World – Autonomous Driving
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
UHY Acquires CMJ LLP to Expand Presence in Upstate New York
UHY, a top‑25 U.S. accounting and advisory firm, announced the acquisition of Queensbury‑based CPA firm CMJ LLP, adding its construction and financial services expertise to UHY’s national platform. CMJ’s founders Paul A. Curtis and William A. Jeffreys will join UHY...
CPA Practice Advisor
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Codoxo Secures $35M Series C Led by CVS Health Ventures to Scale AI-Powered Healthcare Payment Integrity
Codoxo announced a $35 million Series C funding round led by CVS Health Ventures, with participation from Echo Health Ventures and existing investors. The capital will accelerate the rollout of its AI-driven payment integrity platform across U.S. healthcare payers, enhancing fraud detection...
Just AI News
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Independent Franchise Partners Acquires 3% Stake in Universal Music Group
Independent Franchise Partners (IFP), an activist investor, has purchased a 3% stake in Universal Music Group (UMG) for an undisclosed amount, adding to its existing 9% holding in Warner Music Group. The transaction, announced on Feb. 17, 2026, could intensify...
Digital Music News
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Points Africa Raises $2M From VestedWorld to Build Africa’s First Shared Loyalty Network
Ghana‑based fintech Points Africa announced a $2 million seed round led by early‑stage VC firm VestedWorld. The funding will support rollout of its shared loyalty platform across Ghana and expansion into other African markets.
TechCabal
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Century Development Group Acquires Development Site on Northern Boulevard in Flushing for $16M
Century Development Group has purchased a 14,375‑sq‑ft development site at 144‑28 Northern Boulevard in Flushing, Queens for $16 million. The fully vacant property offers 69,000 buildable square feet and 100 ft of frontage, providing flexible redevelopment opportunities. The transaction was brokered by...
The Broker List – Blog
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Ardonagh Group Acquires Majority Stake in Hong Kong Broker RMIB
Ardonagh Group, a global independent insurance broker, announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Hong Kong-based Risk Management Insurance Brokerage Limited (RMIB). The deal expands Ardonagh’s presence in Asia, strengthening its employee benefits and specialist risk advisory capabilities. RMIB’s...
Reinsurance News
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Integra Resources Acquires 6,600‑Acre Ranch Near DeLamar Project for $12.5M
Integra Resources announced the acquisition of a 6,600‑acre ranch adjacent to its DeLamar gold‑silver project in Idaho for $12.5 million. The land purchase consolidates ownership around key infrastructure, reduces easement payments and enhances permitting and community alignment. The deal supports Integra’s...
MINING.com
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
ACEN Australia Adds 400MW Stubbo Solar Plant to AU$750M Financing Pool
ACEN Australia announced that its 400MW Stubbo solar PV plant has been incorporated into a AU$750 million financing pool, securing debt funding for the project. The financing will support the development and operation of the plant, marking a significant step...
PV-Tech
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
IFOREX Announces IPO on London Stock Exchange for End of February
Fintech trading and betting platform iFOREX announced it will float on the London Stock Exchange by the end of February 2026, after an eight‑month delay. The notice was released on 17 February, confirming the upcoming IPO.
Investment Week – ETFs
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
KKR Commits $1.5B Equity to Global Technical Realty
KKR has made an additional $1.5 billion equity commitment to Global Technical Realty, the European build‑to‑suit data‑center platform it helped launch in 2020. The investment bolsters the platform’s growth and underscores private‑equity interest in data‑center infrastructure.
PE Hub
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Yatra Promoter Sells 1.8% Stake for Rs 45 Crore in Bulk Deal
Yatra's promoter has sold a 1.8% stake in the travel booking platform for Rs 45 crore in a bulk transaction, marking a secondary share sale.
Entrackr
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Maslow Capital Lends £116.6m for Wembley PBSA Development
Maslow Capital has extended a £116.6 million loan to finance a 609‑bed purpose‑built student accommodation (PBSA) project in Wembley, London. This second transaction between Maslow Capital and the developer underpins three PBSA schemes totaling 1,247 beds.
CRE Herald
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Beirne Wealth Consulting Services Acquires Visa Shares
Beirne Wealth Consulting Services LLC has purchased shares of Visa Inc., marking a new investment in the payments giant. The transaction details, including the stake size and purchase price, were not disclosed.
DefenseWorld/DW
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Trek Raises $15M to Fund Drilling at Manganese Discovery
Australian mining firm Trek announced a $15 million fundraising to finance drilling at its newly discovered manganese deposit. The capital injection will support exploration and development activities, moving the project closer to production.
Stockhead – Resources (Australia)