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Mister Car Wash, a leading car wash chain, is set to be taken private in a $3.1 billion transaction. Three advisory firms have been engaged to advise on the deal, which is expected to close later this year.
Sun Investment Group has secured a €32.5 million debt financing package from NORD/LB, with Capcora as financial adviser, to develop 32 solar farms totaling 59 MW in Poland. The farms are slated for operation in 2026‑2027 and will benefit from...
BrightSpire announced the closing of its fourth managed commercial real estate collateralized loan obligation (CRE CLO) valued at $955 million, featuring a $98 million ramp and a two-and-a-half-year reinvestment period. The transaction involved 19 investors across all tranches and expands...
UMB Bank announced the closing of a $400 million BSL CLO warehouse, marking a milestone in its expansion from a private credit administrator to a broader structured finance service provider. The transaction, completed on February 18, 2026, underscores UMB's growing...
Gridiron Capital announced the launch of its sixth flagship fund, Fund VI, with a target size of $2.5bn, up from the $2.1bn raised by its predecessor in 2023. The fund aims to continue the firm's mid-market buyout strategy.
Benefit Street Partners (BSP) issued its second US CLO of the year, raising $502.6 million. Bank of America acted as the arranger for the transaction, marking a notable debt financing deal in the CLO market.
Edison International announced it has filed an application to securitize approximately $2 billion of Woolsey fire-related costs, with the transaction expected to close in mid‑2026. The securitization aims to offset normal debt issuance and manage wildfire-related liabilities.
Funding Circle has entered into a £700 million forward flow financing arrangement with Waterfall, providing a dedicated source of SME credit funding. The deal leverages securitisation technology and was announced on 18 February 2026.
Berkadia arranged the sale of the 125‑key Home2 Suites Tampa Brandon hotel on behalf of a related company of Floridays Development Co. to Massachusetts‑based AAM 15 Management LLC. The acquisition expands AAM’s Florida portfolio to 1,952 keys across 14 properties.
Paloma Acquisition Corp. I announced the pricing of its $150 million initial public offering, with units slated to begin trading on Nasdaq under the ticker PALOU on February 19, 2026. The SPAC, led by sponsor team CEO Anna Nahajski‑Staples, CFO Peter Preston and...
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) announced a $150 million investment with Egypt’s Banque Misr to scale green finance across energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable transport and green buildings. The partnership, signed during IFC’s Vice President for Africa’s visit, also earmarks 20 %...
Western Digital announced it will sell a partial stake in its SanDisk subsidiary for $3.17 billion to reduce its debt. The transaction is a minority recapitalization of SanDisk, with the buyer yet to be disclosed.
Radian Group announced the closing of its acquisition of Inigo, a specialty insurer underwritten through Lloyd's of London, for a purchase price of $1.67 billion. The deal was funded entirely with internal liquidity and excess capital, with no new equity issued,...
BayPine announced it will acquire Broker Relation, a broker relationship platform owned by Aquiline. The deal expands BayPine's capabilities in the insurance distribution market. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Danaos Corporation announced the completion of a €500 million seven‑year unsecured bond with a 6.875% coupon, diversifying its capital structure as reported in its Q4 2025 earnings call. The bond strengthens liquidity and funds future growth initiatives.
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,...
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...
XED, a Mumbai‑based global executive education firm, has filed its Red Herring Prospectus with the Registrar of Companies, marking the first IPO in GIFT City’s International Financial Services Centre. The dollar‑denominated offering is slated to open for subscription in the...
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...
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...
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...
Florida-based Mitesco announced it has secured a finance partner to fund the construction of its Centcore data center. The partnership will provide the capital needed for the build-out, supporting Mitesco's expansion in the data center market. The deal was announced...
ME Funding announced the issuance of $340.7 million in asset‑backed securities backed by franchise and development revenue from Massage Envy. The series 2026‑1 notes, managed by Massage Envy Franchising and structured by Barclays Capital, will mature in April 2056 and are expected to...
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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
The Very Group extended its UK securitisation facility and renewed a £150 million super‑senior revolving credit facility, securing long‑term funding to 2029‑2030 with backing from Carlyle, its controlling shareholder. The deal reduces overall debt by £150 million and lowers coupon rates, positioning...
Saudi Arabia’s Acwa announced the refinancing of the Hassyan independent power project’s existing debt, a $2.45 bn transaction backed by a new, undisclosed group of lenders. The 2,400 MW gas‑fired plant, owned by Hassyan Energy Company, is part of DEWA’s generation portfolio.
Japan’s Genki Global Dining Concepts has agreed to acquire Australian sushi chain Sushi Sushi for more than $160 million. The deal aims to accelerate Sushi Sushi’s expansion, leveraging Genki’s portfolio of brands such as Uobei, Genki Sushi and Senryo. The acquisition was announced...
Asset manager Abry announced plans to launch a programmatic BSL CLO issuance, marking its entry into the private credit CLO market. The move signals a strategic expansion into debt financing, though specific deal size remains undisclosed.
German carrier Hapag‑Lloyd announced a $4 bn agreement to acquire 100 % of New York‑listed Israeli carrier Zim Integrated Shipping Services, pending shareholder and regulatory approval. The combined fleet will exceed 400 vessels with a capacity of over 3 m TEU, and the deal includes...
Spirit Aviation Holdings, the parent of Spirit Airlines, has filed for court approval to sell 20 Airbus aircraft for at least USD 533 million. The stalking-horse buyer is CSDS Asset Management LLC, with an auction set for 20 April 2026....
Hindustan Unilever Ltd received listing and trading approvals for its demerged ice‑cream business, allowing Kwality Wall's (India) to debut on the BSE and NSE on Feb 16, 2026. The spin‑off gives HUL shareholders one Kwality Wall's share for each HUL share held,...
Croatian B2B SaaS startup Farseer announced a €6.07 million ($7.2 million) Series A round to scale its FP&A platform across Europe and North America. The round was led by AYMO Ventures with existing investor SQ Capital reinvesting, alongside undisclosed participation from customers, partners...
Brandman Retail, operator of the Sneakrz athleisure retail chain, debuted on the NSE at a valuation of ₹324.85 crore, with shares closing at ₹211.80, 4.98% above the IPO price of ₹176. The company raised ₹86 crore from the public issue to fund...
Sebi granted observation letters to Duroflex Limited, Premier Industrial Corporation, Virupaksha Organics, Hexagon Nutrition and Om Power Transmission, clearing them to launch their initial public offerings. The firms span manufacturing, pharma, nutrition, power EPC and sleep solutions, with fresh issue...
Tampa General Hospital announced a 49‑year lease agreement to assume operations of DeSoto Memorial Hospital in Arcadia, Florida, with an option to purchase the 49‑bed rural facility. The deal includes a commitment to invest at least $45 million in infrastructure upgrades...
Chicago-based CommonSpirit announced it will exit its joint venture with Tenet Healthcare, redeeming its 23.8% stake in Conifer Health Solutions. The deal involves a $1.9 billion payment to Tenet over three years and a $540 million redemption of the stake, totaling roughly...
Gulf Keystone Petroleum Ltd. announced the successful completion of a private placement of 538,087 new shares, raising gross proceeds of approximately EUR 1 million. The new shares were registered and will begin trading on Euronext Growth Oslo on 18 February 2026, with a concurrent...
Unloq used its SC+ smart‑contract platform to fund Singapore‑based supplier Chemtank Marine’s commercial receivables with the XUSD stablecoin, marking one of the first real‑world trade‑finance uses of stablecoins. The transaction, completed on 13 February 2026, provided financing against confirmed invoices while the...
Munich‑based Quantum Systems announced a €150 million financing package to fund its growth and industrial scaling in Europe. The package includes a €70 million loan from the European Investment Bank and additional funding from Commerzbank, Deutsche Bank and KfW, combining debt and...
RF Acquisition Corp. III announced the pricing of its $100 million initial public offering, with units slated to begin trading on Nasdaq under the ticker RFAMU on February 13, 2026. The offering is expected to close on February 16, 2026,...
Potentia Renewables closed financing for the 411 MW/1,644 MWh Skyview 2 battery energy storage system in Ontario, the largest BESS in Canada. German bank KfW IPEX‑Bank and Desjardins Group are providing about CA$542 million in construction and long‑term operational financing, acting as joint lead...
Gulf Development Plc increased its shareholding in Kasikornbank to 10.03% after acquiring additional shares on Feb 12, 2026, as disclosed in a filing on Feb 16. The stake remains below Thailand's 10% regulatory threshold, avoiding central bank approval, and is...
Multilateral development bank IDB Invest announced a financing package for Argentine lender Banco CMF, comprising an A‑tranche of up to $45 million and a B‑tranche of about $20 million from institutional investors. The $65 million unsecured loan aims to boost credit access for...
State-run lenders Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and REC Ltd have announced a proposed merger aimed at enhancing financing access for India's renewable energy projects. The combined entity would have a larger capital base, potentially easing funding constraints for large‑ticket renewable...
India's solar module maker Goldi Solar Pvt is preparing an initial public offering that could raise up to $350 million. The company has shortlisted advisers and aims to file a draft prospectus by April, with the offering expected to include fresh...
The Indian government announced an Offer for Sale (OFS) to divest up to a 5% stake in Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL). The base issue will be 3% with an option for an additional 2% if oversubscribed, at a floor...
