
Brookfield announced it will allocate $172.5 million of cash equity to refinance a $900 million CMBS loan on its Brookfield Place property in Manhattan. The refinancing aims to improve the asset’s capital structure amid a wave of commercial‑real‑estate loan maturities in 2026. The move reflects Brookfield’s strategy to address the industry’s debt maturity wall.

Playcorion Group, formerly snakebyte Group, announced it will sell its distribution subsidiary snakebyte Distribution GmbH, exiting the distribution business effective March 2026. The divestiture is part of a restructuring to focus on brand‑led growth across its gaming hardware and accessories...

Century Properties Group, Inc. listed P5 billion of fixed‑rate retail bonds on the Philippine Dealing & Exchange Corp. (PDEx) on Feb. 20, 2026, with a first tranche of P3 billion and an oversubscribed option of P2 billion. Proceeds will fund expansion projects, including affordable‑housing...

Eurazeo has completed the sale of its minority stake in the Paris‑based luxury fragrance house Ex Nihilo to private equity firm L Catterton. The transaction, announced on February 20, 2026, marks Eurazeo’s exit from the brand. Deal value was not...
Saudi Arabia's Qiddiya announced it has taken full ownership of the iconic fighting‑game tournament EVO, marking a major expansion into esports. The deal, reported on Feb 20 2026, positions Qiddiya as the new operator of the event.

German/Swiss biotech Umlaut.bio announced an extension of its pre‑Seed financing, bringing total funds to approximately €3 million, backed by investor BaseLaunch. The round supports the development of tRNA‑modifying small‑molecule therapies for cancer and inflammatory diseases.

South African miner Northam has increased its credit facility by R2bn to fund its renewable energy initiatives. The additional financing will support the company's transition to greener power sources. Deal terms were not disclosed.

Lloyds Banking Group has provided a £200 million revolving credit facility to Sovereign Network Group (SNG), a UK housing association formed in 2023. The facility aims to accelerate construction of new social homes and fund energy‑efficient upgrades, building on a prior...

Marcus & Millichap announced the sale of the 36‑room Sacajawea Hotel in Three Forks, Montana. The broker facilitated the transaction for an undisclosed seller and buyer, with the buyer completing a 1031 exchange to reinvest in the hospitality property.
The European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) has secured a £15 million (≈€17.5 million) investment from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), backed by the UK Government, to expand its tidal energy test facilities in Orkney. The Blue Horizon project will enable multi‑device tidal...

The UK government announced the sale of the decommissioned Royal Navy survey vessel HMS Enterprise to the Bangladesh Navy for an undisclosed amount. The ship, decommissioned in March 2023, will bolster Bangladesh’s maritime security and research capabilities.

Denver-based Axis Medical, a distributor of spinal implant and orthobiologic technologies, received an undisclosed investment from Spur Ridge Capital. The funding will be used to accelerate growth through operational infrastructure, sales initiatives, and strategic expansion, including acquisitions, while the company...

Mubadala Energy completed the acquisition of a 15% participating interest in the Nargis Offshore Area concession in Egypt from Eni. The deal expands Mubadala's portfolio in the East Mediterranean, while Eni retains a 30% contractor interest through its subsidiary IEOC....

NODWIN Gaming has sold its entire stake in the Evolution Championship Series (EVO) to RTS, marking a strategic portfolio realignment for the esports firm. The transaction transfers ownership of the leading fighting‑game tournament to RTS, while NODWIN will remain a...
JP Morgan Chase has increased its holding in Air France-KLM to over 5% of the airline's capital, marking a strategic investment in the European carrier. The stake acquisition was disclosed in a filing, though the transaction value remains undisclosed.
The Chemours Company announced it has reached an agreement to sell its Kuan Yin site, expecting net proceeds of $300 million. The proceeds will be used to reduce debt and improve net leverage. The deal was disclosed during its Q4...

AlayaCare Inc., a Montreal‑based provider of home and community care software, secured a $50 million growth‑capital facility from CIBC Innovation Banking. The funding will fuel the company's expansion and support strategic mergers and acquisitions. The partnership builds on a relationship dating...

Chicago‑based LanzaJet, a sustainable aviation fuel technology provider, announced a $47 million first‑close of a $135 million equity round at a $650 million pre‑money valuation. The round was led by IAG and Shell, with participation from Groupe ADP, LanzaTech, Mitsui and a grant...

London‑listed Contango Holdings announced a £5 million equity raise through a strategic share subscription, with Pacific Goal Investments and Huo Investments subscribing for 450,450,451 new ordinary shares. The proceeds will repay shareholder loans, eliminate debt and enable dividend payouts as the...

Ukrainian defence tech firm MaXon Systems announced it has closed a new funding round, with investors including Greenflag Ventures, BRAVE1, Freedom Fund VC and Big Defence. The round’s size was not disclosed. The capital will support development of its autonomous...

Danish healthtech startup Hemi Health announced a €4 million seed round to expand its migraine and concussion care platform internationally. The round was led by Denmark’s Export and Investment Fund (EIFO) and Swiss Health Ventures, with participation from existing backers Sondo...
Recharge Metals (ASX:REC) announced the acquisition of the advanced Sunset Well gold project in Western Australia's Leonora region, exchanging over 75 million shares. The deal adds an advanced exploration asset with an inferred resource of 94,500 oz of gold, positioning the company...
Omnitech Engineering announced an IPO to raise Rs 583 crore, with a price band of Rs 216‑227 per share. The offering includes a fresh issue of Rs 418 crore and an offer‑for‑sale of Rs 165 crore, open to the public from Feb 25 to Feb 27, with anchor bidding...
Arif Habib consortium announced plans to acquire full control of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), taking the airline private. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Capricorn Metals announced the acquisition of the Extension Hill and Mungada project tenure in Western Australia, adding about 60 square kilometres to its Mt Gibson exploration footprint. The deal is valued at $1.5 million, comprising an upfront cash payment, share...
Perth‑based energy storage specialist Magellan Power announced a strategic investment from Viburnum Funds, which took a minority stake worth A$15 million. The funding will support Magellan’s expansion, including local manufacturing of its Karri home‑battery and community‑scale storage systems. The deal was...

Novartis AG announced the sale of its 70.68% stake in Novartis India Ltd. to a consortium of WaveRise Investments, ChrysCapital Fund X and Two Infinity Partners for ₹1,446 crore. The share purchase agreement was signed on 19 February 2026, concluding...
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions announced on Feb. 20, 2026 that it will acquire QBE Insurance Group's global trade credit and surety business, which generates about $200 million in annual revenue. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed, and regulatory approvals...
Sumerian Pictures, a newly launched film distribution shingle, has acquired the rights to the Sundance Grand Jury Prize-winning film 'Josephine'. The acquisition was highlighted in IndieWire's Screen Talk podcast recap of the 2026 Spirit Awards weekend. The deal marks an...
Allstate announced it has increased its target for the dual Sanders Re III and Sanders Re IV catastrophe bond issuances to $1.2 billion, seeking $600 million of reinsurance limit per series. The bonds, issued by Sanders Re III Ltd. and Sanders Re...

Candel Therapeutics announced a $100 million royalty financing agreement with RTW Investments to support the launch of its gene therapy Aglatimagene Besadenovec for localized prostate cancer. The deal grants RTW a capped, tiered royalty on U.S. net sales, contingent on...
Hines sold its mixed-use Bond Street property, 80 New Bond Street, to Allwyn for £195 million, delivering a net initial yield of 3.7 %. The transaction marks Allwyn’s entry into prime West End real estate as Hines exits the asset after acquiring...
Hedge fund Saba, led by Boaz Weinstein, and Cox have jointly announced a tender offer to purchase shares of Blue Owl's business development companies. The offer seeks to acquire the Blue Owl BDCs, though the transaction value remains undisclosed. The...
Essex Capital Markets, LLC arranged a $20.8 million loan to refinance a two‑property, 90‑unit multifamily portfolio in Chicago’s Lincoln Park on behalf of the ownership group operating as Beal. The loan, provided by a national banking partner, carries a 5.35% interest...
Manilam Industries has filed for an initial public offering, releasing details on the global minimum price (GMP), price band, and subscription process. The IPO is slated for the near term, and investors can review the offering particulars on the stock...
VAROPreem announced its intention to acquire Sunpine, a Swedish tall oil refining company. The acquisition aims to expand VAROPreem’s presence in the renewable oil market. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Consolidated Energy has been offered a loan at the biggest discount since 2023, marking a significant debt financing event for the energy firm. The loan, priced at a steep discount, reflects market confidence and provides the company with needed liquidity.

MicroGrid Networks (MGN) announced an investment from Palisade Infrastructure, while its existing backer SER Capital Partners will retain a majority ownership stake. The deal was reported on February 19, 2026.
Chariot Resources secured a $1.425 million strategic investment from Shanghai Greatpower Nickel & Cobalt Materials Co., Ltd., making the Chinese firm a significant shareholder. The funding will be used to fast‑track exploration and development of Chariot’s Nigerian lithium assets and...

The Federal Reserve Board announced on February 19, 2026 that it has approved Fulton Financial Corporation’s application to acquire Blue Foundry Bancorp, which will also result in the indirect acquisition of Blue Foundry Bank. The approval clears the path for...
Netflix announced a deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, creating a media powerhouse. The announcement prompted director James Cameron to send a scathing letter to a U.S. antitrust lawmaker, warning of potential market concentration. The deal, valued at an undisclosed...
Novare Group has sold its last SkyHouse‑branded apartment tower, SkyHouse Buckhead in Atlanta, to Hartford‑based UBS Realty Investors for $83.4 million. The 26‑story, 362‑unit property, developed in 2015, marks the end of Novare’s SkyHouse program.
Altesa BioSciences announced a $75 million Series B financing round, bolstering its pipeline in the biotech sector. The new capital will support the company's research and development initiatives and accelerate growth.
Renewable energy firm Thrive announced the acquisition of turbines in Orkney to repower its wind assets, aiming to boost renewable generation capacity. The deal was reported on February 19, 2026.
German asset manager KGAL announced an investment in the Bremen repower renewable energy project. The deal, reported on Feb 19, 2026, marks KGAL's strategic move into the German clean energy market. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Transocean Ltd announced a definitive agreement to acquire offshore drilling contractor Valaris, targeting over GBP 200 million in cost synergies and a pro‑forma combined backlog of nearly $11 billion. The transaction is expected to close in 2026, with the combined entity aiming...
Swiss-based Terralayr announced the full acquisition of German battery developer BBD, consolidating its development platform and expertise in utility‑scale storage. The deal adds a pipeline of over 1 GW and expands Terralayr’s operational capacity in Germany, bringing the combined portfolio to...

Metro Water Recovery, a Colorado municipal entity, priced $136.75 million of sewer‑improvement bonds on Thursday, with Wells Fargo acting as the lead underwriter. The issuance adds to a series of new municipal bond deals highlighted in the market update.
W. L. Gore & Associates, the materials‑science company, has finalized its acquisition of Conformal Medical, the developer of the CLAAS AcuFORM left atrial appendage occlusion system. Financial terms were not disclosed. Conformal Medical becomes a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Gore, continuing...
Flinn announced a $20 million fundraising round to accelerate development of artificial intelligence tools for product lifecycle management in the medtech and pharmaceutical sectors. The capital will be used to build AI-driven solutions that streamline design, compliance, and market launch...