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 disclosed.

Eagle Leasing, backed by private equity firm Kinderhook, announced the acquisition of West Brothers Trailers and Containers4Less, expanding its Rent‑A‑Container network. The deal, reported on February 17, 2026, adds trailer and container services to Eagle Leasing’s portfolio, strengthening its position...
French boatbuilder Beneteau announced the acquisition of Sailing Atlantic Services, a provider of sailing services. The deal, disclosed on February 17, 2026, expands Beneteau's portfolio and strengthens its position in the maritime market. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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...

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...

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...
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,...
A leading craft brewer is reportedly exploring a sale, which could result in the loss of investments for approximately 220,000 shareholders. The potential transaction is still in early stages, with no acquirer identified and deal terms undisclosed.

Six biotechnology firms have filed for initial public offerings on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, signaling a push into Asian capital markets. The filings were announced on February 17, 2026.

Robinhood Ventures Fund I (RVI) announced today that it has filed a Form N‑2 registration statement and launched a roadshow for its initial public offering of 40 million common shares of beneficial interest at $25 per share. The offering includes 35 million...

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.
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.

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...

Switzerland-based music rights company MusicBird announced it has acquired the publishing catalog of Toronto-based R&B duo Majid Jordan, adding over 2,000 songs to its portfolio. The deal includes the duo’s publishers’ and writers’ shares, covering hits such as 'Her' and...

Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) announced it will issue up to $4.6 billion in debt in 2026 as part of its five‑year $73 billion capital plan, aiming to achieve investment‑grade credit ratings and fund large‑load growth driven by data centers and EV...

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...

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.

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...

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...
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.

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...
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...
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.
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.

King River Resources announced it has secured an exclusive option to acquire the historic Mindoolah gold project in Western Australia’s Murchison region. The option costs A$225,000 and gives the right to purchase the project outright for A$600,000 cash before 30 June 2026.
Colrain Capital LLC announced the acquisition of 109,700 shares of Comcast Corporation, representing a minority stake in the telecom giant. The transaction was disclosed on February 17, 2026, with the deal value not disclosed.

London-listed dry bulk owner Taylor Maritime announced an agreement to sell another handysize vessel, marking its 51st disposal since 2023. The financial terms of the latest sale were not disclosed, but the company has raised over $820 million from vessel sales...
Crestwood Advisors Group LLC has acquired shares of the Invesco QQQ exchange-traded fund (ticker QQQ). The transaction was announced on February 17, 2026, and the deal value was not disclosed.

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.
Marushika Technology's initial public offering is set to allocate shares soon, with the GMP index rising on the news. The article outlines steps investors can take to track the IPO status and highlights the upcoming allotment date.
UK consolidator Chesnara announced it will acquire Scottish Widows Europe, a Luxembourg-based closed life business, expanding its presence in the European insurance market.
PhonePe, the Indian digital payments platform, is planning an initial public offering with a target valuation of $15 billion. The IPO, announced in February 2026, could reshape the competitive landscape with rival Paytm and trigger a sector re‑rating. The filing signals...
Activist investor Elliott has acquired a stake of more than 10% in Norwegian Cruise Line, prompting a 6% pre‑market rise in the company's shares. Elliott intends to push for changes, including nominating a director to the board.
UK student accommodation provider Abode announced it is raising capital for two purpose‑built student accommodation (PBSA) schemes, each valued at £80 million. The company is seeking investors to fund the development of the projects, aiming to meet growing demand for student...
YourTRIBE, a student accommodation provider, has secured a £116.6 million loan from Maslow to fund the Wembley purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme. The financing will support the development of the new student housing project in Wembley.
Debenhams announced a £35 million capital raise to support its turnaround plan, prompting a sharp drop in its share price. The funds are intended to bolster working capital and fund strategic initiatives, though details of the investors were not disclosed.
SDI Group plc announced the acquisition of PRP Optoelectronics Ltd for a total consideration of £11.3 million in cash, plus up to £0.9 million deferred, excluding £2.8 million of net cash. The deal adds micro‑LED and LED array capabilities to SDI’s Industrial &...

Sirius announced a new equity raise to fund its expansion into defence-linked real estate in Germany. The capital raise will support the company's portfolio growth in the region. Deal details such as amount and investors were not disclosed.

British International Investment (BII) announced a fresh ₹43 crore infusion into Turno, an Indian EV battery infrastructure firm, to support its new ElectricGo e‑bus business and expand clean mobility financing. The investment marks BII’s continued climate finance commitments in India.

Mining giant BHP announced a major silver streaming deal, selling a portion of its silver production to Wheaton for $4.3 billion. The transaction comes as copper becomes BHP's primary revenue driver, boosting its half‑year earnings. The deal is expected to strengthen...

Precious Shipping, a Thai dry bulk shipowner, announced it is acquiring a 20‑year‑old MR product tanker, marking its entry into the product tanker market and expanding its fleet beyond dry bulk vessels. The move diversifies the company's operations into liquid...
JRI announced a rights offering, allowing existing shareholders to purchase additional shares at a discount. The offering aims to raise capital and is expected to be priced below the current market price, prompting the stock to trade at a discount.

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.
Citadel’s financing vehicle raised $1.25 billion through a two‑part U.S. bond issuance, highlighting the growing trend of mega‑funds tapping capital‑markets for working‑capital and operational needs. The debt financing reflects Citadel’s shift toward a corporate‑style financing model, enabling it to fund strategy...
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.
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...

Allianz Global Investors announced that its Allianz Infrastructure Credit Opportunities Fund II closed its third closing, securing €1.007 billion in commitments from institutional investors. The fund will invest in senior and junior debt across energy, transportation, communications and other infrastructure projects,...

Macquarie Asset Management announced it will acquire Qube Holdings, Australia's largest integrated ports and logistics provider, in a cash transaction valuing Qube at approximately A$11.7 billion (US$8.3 billion). The deal, disclosed on February 17, 2026, represents a 28% premium to Qube's November...

British Business Bank has made a £45 million cornerstone commitment to Redrice Ventures’ fund, which aims to raise £75 million to back purpose‑driven consumer brands and B2B technology. The investment is part of the bank’s Enterprise Capital Funds programme to boost early‑stage...
Australian mining giant BHP entered a silver‑streaming agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals, receiving an upfront cash payment of $4.3 billion in exchange for delivering silver from its Antamina mine. The deal provides BHP with immediate financing while Wheaton secures future silver...