VB Spine to Acquire Augmedics' Xvision Spine System
VB Spine announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Augmedics' xvision Spine System, adding augmented reality navigation to its visualization portfolio. The transaction, pending regulatory approval, is expected to close in the coming weeks and follows VB Spine's recent acquisition of the SpineHawk platform.

Czechoslovak Group Launches €3.8B Defense IPO on Euronext Amsterdam
Czechoslovak Group, a leading European defense firm, listed 15.2% of its ordinary shares on Euronext Amsterdam, targeting a €25 billion valuation and raising €3.8 billion in gross proceeds. The IPO includes €750 million of new shares and €2.5 billion of existing shares, with institutional...

Evaro Secures $25M Series A Funding Led by AlbionVC
Evaro, an NHS‑licensed digital health platform, raised $25 million in a Series A round led by AlbionVC with participation from Simplyhealth Ventures, Exceptional Ventures, Cornerstone VC and BBI. The funding will accelerate its healthcare‑as‑a‑service model across consumer brands, healthcare organisations and employers.
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.

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...
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.
Natera Acquires Cancer Diagnostics Firm Foresight Diagnostics
Natera announced the completion of its acquisition of Foresight Diagnostics, a company specializing in cancer diagnostics. The deal expands Natera's oncology testing portfolio. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Saipem to Acquire Deep Value Driller's Seventh-Gen Drillship for $272.5M
Italian engineering and drilling services giant Saipem has agreed to purchase the seventh‑generation drillship from Norwegian owner Deep Value Driller for $272.5 million in cash. The deal was announced on February 17, 2026, with completion expected before the existing bareboat charter expires on...

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...
Exponent Energy's New EV Financing Arm Exponent One Secures $2M Pre‑seed Round From AdvantEdge Founders
Bengaluru‑based EV energy startup Exponent Energy launched its EV financing subsidiary Exponent One and raised $2 million in pre‑seed funding from mobility‑focused venture capital firm AdvantEdge Founders. Exponent One will provide fintech and asset‑management services to finance commercial electric vehicles, with...

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...
MusicBird Acquires Majid Jordan Publishing Catalog
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...
Medica Group to Acquire Axon Diagnostics, Expanding NHS Remote Diagnostic Reporting
Medica Group announced it will acquire Axon Diagnostics, along with its sister company MITIS Health, to create the UK's largest clinical reporting network for the NHS and independent healthcare sector. The combined entity will serve over 2.5 million patients across...

Breaker Secures $6M Seed Round Led by Bessemer Venture Partners
AI defense startup Breaker raised $6 million in a seed funding round, with Bessemer Venture Partners as the lead investor. The capital will support the development of its voice‑controlled AI agent for drones and other military platforms.

Innovative Consulting Group Acquires Pivot Point Consulting to Bolster Managed Services
Innovative Consulting Group (ICG), a portfolio company of SV Health Investors, announced the acquisition of Pivot Point Consulting, a healthcare consulting firm, with the combined entity operating under the Pivot Point brand. The transaction, backed by investors Health Enterprise Partners...

BAE Systems to Acquire Swedish Supplier Aston Harald Mekaniska Verkstad
BAE Systems' Bofors business has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire Swedish precision‑machining firm Aston Harald Mekaniska Verkstad, expanding its industrial capacity in Europe. The acquisition, pending regulatory approval, is expected to close in the first half of 2026.
Lightspeed Venture Partners Leads Series B Funding for Tem
Tem, a startup developing AI-powered transaction infrastructure for modern energy markets, announced a Series B round in 2026 backed by Lightspeed Venture Partners. The investment will help Tem accelerate its mission to provide low-cost electricity worldwide. Financial terms were not...
Octopus Energy to Acquire California Solar and Storage Project in $1bn Investment
Octopus Energy announced a near‑$1 billion investment in California, acquiring a solar and battery project slated to be operational by July. The move expands Octopus’s US clean‑tech portfolio and supports its broader $2 billion US energy transition plan.

GenNx360 Invests in Testing Services Firm NVI
GenNx360 has announced an investment in NVI, a testing services provider serving the energy infrastructure, industrial manufacturing, power generation, marine and data center markets. The deal value was not disclosed.
FTAI Aviation Acquires 7 Airbus Aircraft From Air France
FTAI Aviation announced the finalization of its acquisition of seven Airbus aircraft from Air France, expanding its fleet. The deal, completed on February 17, 2026, underscores FTAI's growth strategy in the aviation sector.
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...
Ovintiv Agrees to $3 Billion Sale of Anadarko Basin Assets
Ovintiv Inc. announced it will sell its Anadarko basin assets in Oklahoma, comprising about 360,000 net acres and 90,000 boed, to an undisclosed buyer for $3 billion in cash. The transaction is slated to close early in Q2 2026, with Wells Fargo...
Citadel Raises $1.25B via Two-Part U.S. Bond Sale
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...

Allianz Global Investors Secures Over €1 Billion for Infrastructure Credit Fund
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,...

German Government Prepares to Acquire 25% Stake in Franco‑German Tank Maker KNDS
The German federal government is preparing to purchase at least 25.1% of shares in KNDS, the Franco‑German tank manufacturer, to secure a blocking minority ahead of its planned IPO. Valued at roughly €20 billion, the deal would give Germany a say...

NuuEnergy Secures €4.3M Seed Funding to Expand Regional Heat‑Pump Installations
Munich‑based energytech startup nuuEnergy raised €4.3 million in a seed round led by amberra, with participation from EnjoyVenture, HTGF, Vireo Ventures, better ventures and Bynd Venture Capital. The capital will be used to scale its regional heat‑pump installation hubs and...

AFRY to Acquire Mining Consultancy AMC to Boost Mining & Metals Growth
Swedish engineering firm AFRY announced it will acquire AMC, a leading independent mining consultancy, to strengthen its mining and metals capabilities and expand into key markets such as Australia and Canada. The transaction involves AFRY acquiring 100% of the shares...
Chesnara to Acquire Scottish Widows Europe
UK consolidator Chesnara announced it will acquire Scottish Widows Europe, a Luxembourg-based closed life business, expanding its presence in the European insurance market.
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.
Marushika Technology Sets IPO Allotment Date as GMP Jumps
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.
Chevron Signs Deals for E&P Acreage Off Greece
Chevron announced it has signed agreements to acquire exploration and production acreage offshore Greece. The deals, announced on February 17, 2026, expand Chevron's presence in the Mediterranean region. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Immunic Raises up to $400M in Oversubscribed Private Placement
Immunic announced an oversubscribed private placement of up to $400 million, led by BVF Partners and joined by Avidity Partners, OrbiMed, Trails Edge Capital Partners, TCGX and Vivo Capital. The funds will support Phase III ENSURE studies for its multiple sclerosis therapy...

UK Healthtech Startup Nul Secures $1M Seed Round Led by Dmg Ventures and BYVP
Nul, a UK‑based healthtech startup focused on alcohol reduction, announced a $1 million seed funding round. The round was led by dmg ventures and BYVP, with participation from a group of angel investors, and will fund the company’s UK commercial launch...
Torrent Power to Acquire L&T’s Nabha Power for ₹6,889 Crore
Torrent Power announced it will acquire L&T’s Nabha Power asset for ₹6,889 crore, adding roughly 1,400 MW of capacity in Punjab. The transaction marks L&T’s exit from the power generation business and expands Torrent Power’s presence in the Indian energy sector.
Singapore's Ascentium Acquires Clara to Expand Footprint in UAE
Singapore-based business services platform Ascentium announced the acquisition of UAE-based regtech and corporate service provider Clara for an undisclosed amount. The deal gives Ascentium a foothold in the Abu Dhabi Global Market and Dubai International Financial Centre, while Clara gains...
Abry Announces Programmatic BSL CLO Issuance, Targeting Private Credit Expansion
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.
Enfinity Global Expands Bond Facility to $183M for US Solar and Storage Deployment
Enfinity Global announced an expansion of its bond facility to $183 million to fund solar and storage projects across the United States. The new financing will support the company's renewable energy deployment strategy. The announcement was made on February 16,...

Ocean State Media (Rhode Island PBS) Acquires FM Station WVEI From Audacy
Ocean State Media, the organization behind Rhode Island PBS, announced the acquisition of FM station WVEI from Audacy. The deal will relocate the station to PBS studios and expand its signal to cover the entire state. The acquisition follows the...
Helia Care Secures $3M Funding to Accelerate Healthcare SaaS Platform
Helia Care, a Scottsdale-based SaaS provider for healthcare supply chain and billing, announced a $3 million funding round. The round was backed by In Revenue Capital and Habanero Ventures and will be used to expand operations and development. The platform...

Acwa Refinances $2.45bn Hassyan IPP Debt
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.

Volaris Group Acquires HIG‑Backed EdTech Firm Symplicity Corp
Volaris Group announced the acquisition of Symplicity Corp, a provider of higher‑education career services and student support solutions. The deal, disclosed on February 16, 2026, did not include a disclosed purchase price. Symplicity, founded in 1997 and based in Arlington,...

OOVIE Studios Raises €164k in Pre‑Seed Round From Venture Kick
Swiss startup OOVIE Studios announced it has raised €164,000 (CHF 150,000) from Venture Kick to develop its Music Interactive Movies platform. The funding will accelerate business development and the creation of the OO App, enabling users to generate movies from...

Swedbank Commits €85m Long‑term Facility to Finance BREP's Baltic Hybrid Solar‑storage Project
Swedbank has pledged an approximately €85 million long‑term financing facility to support the Baltic hybrid solar‑storage project launched by BREP, Mirova and Evecon. The facility will refinance the solar portfolio, fund the construction of a 55 MW/250 MWh battery system, and provide ancillary...
Sony Increases Investment in Ember Lab's Kena PS5 Sequel
Sony announced a stepped‑up investment in Ember Lab's upcoming Kena sequel for the PlayStation 5, deepening its partnership with PlayStation Studios. The funding aims to accelerate development and expand the game's scope, though the financial terms were not disclosed.
Volue Secures Strategic Private Equity Investment From TA Associates and Others
Oslo‑based energy technology provider Volue announced a strategic private‑equity investment led by TA Associates, with participation from Advent International, Generation Investment Management and Arendals Fossekompani. The undisclosed amount will be used to accelerate AI‑driven platform development, expand globally and pursue...
Fortress Launches New Private Debt Fund Targeting Insurance Firms
Fortress announced the launch of its latest private debt fund, aiming to raise capital from insurance companies to invest in debt opportunities. The fund seeks to tap growing demand for insurance-backed financing, though the target size and commitments remain undisclosed.
Spain’s Regional Resilience Fund Injects €62 Million Into Qualitas Energy Credit Fund
The Spanish Regional Resilience Fund announced a €62 million capital injection into the Qualitas Energy Credit Fund to support renewable energy and energy‑transition projects across Europe. The investment, implemented by the European Investment Fund and financed through the NextGenerationEU recovery program,...
Goldman Sachs Raises Stake in Edenred to over 5% of Capital
Goldman Sachs has increased its shareholding in Edenred to exceed 5% of the company's capital, marking a new minority stake acquisition. The transaction value was not disclosed.

ICapital Acquires Passthrough Solution to Strengthen GP Ties
iCapital announced an acquisition of a Passthrough platform, aiming to broaden its offering for both individual and institutional investors. The deal is intended to deepen iCapital’s ties with general partners and provide sponsors with integrated solutions for capital deployment.

Sportdigital Acquires Exclusive German-Language Rights to 15 Concacaf Champions Cup Matches
German broadcaster Sportdigital has secured exclusive German-language rights to 15 Concacaf Champions Cup matches, including games featuring Thomas Müller. The deal, announced on 16 February 2026, will see the matches broadcast on Sportdigital1+; financial terms were not disclosed.