Bombardier Acquires US Maintenance Firm Amid Rising Political Pressure
Bombardier announced the acquisition of a U.S.-based aircraft maintenance company, expanding its service capabilities as political pressures increase under the Trump administration. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Bangladesh Navy Acquires Ex‑Royal Navy Vessel HMS Enterprise
Bangladesh and the United Kingdom have finalized a government‑to‑government agreement transferring the former Royal Navy hydrographic survey vessel HMS Enterprise to the Bangladesh Navy, enhancing its maritime security and research capabilities.
Glencore to Fund $250M for Orion’s Prieska Development
Glencore has entered into a binding offtake agreement with Prieska Copper Zinc Mine Ltd., a subsidiary of Orion Minerals Ltd., to provide a $250 million prepayment facility that will fund the Uppers and Deeps development at the Prieska mine in South...
DSLR Technologies Raises Rs 80 Crore ($9M) in Series A Led by Z47 and Accel India
DSLR Technologies, the parent of D2C ethnic wear brand Aramya, secured Rs 80 crore (≈$9 million) in a Series A round. Existing investors Z47 and Accel India each contributed Rs 40 crore, taking a 20.77% stake each.
Ørsted to Sell European Onshore Business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for €1.44B
Ørsted announced it has signed an agreement to sell its entire European onshore wind business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for €1.44 billion. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, marking a strategic realignment for Ørsted towards...
Warpaint Acquires Barry M for £1.4 M
British cosmetics rival Warpaint has agreed to acquire family‑run make‑up brand Barry M for £1.4 m, taking the company out of administration. The deal will see Barry M’s factory closed and around 100 jobs at risk, while Warpaint aims to expand its retail...
EU Commission Approves €390 Million Rescue Loan for Italian Steelmaker Acciaierie D'Italia
The European Commission approved a state‑aid rescue loan of up to €390 million for Acciaierie d’Italia (AdI), Italy’s leading integrated steel producer. The loan will cover operating costs while the company undergoes insolvency proceedings and a pending tender for a new...
Aboitiz‑Led Thunder Consortium Acquires Philippines’ CBK Hydropower Complex for P36.27 B
The Philippine government handed over the Caliraya‑Botocan‑Kalayaan (CBK) hydroelectric power plant complex to the Aboitiz‑led Thunder Consortium after a P36.27‑billion bid, marking a major privatization of a 797‑MW pumped‑storage asset. The consortium, comprising Aboitiz Power Corp (via Aboitiz Renewables), Japan’s...
Honda Sells 50% Stake in Yutaka Giken to Samvardhana Motherson for ¥27 Billion
Honda announced the sale of a 50% controlling stake in its subsidiary Yutaka Giken Co. to Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd. for ¥27 billion ($176 million). The deal leaves Honda with a 19% stake and has drawn criticism from Swiss asset...
Private Equity Firm Haveli to Acquire Budge Studios
Private equity firm Haveli announced it will acquire mobile game developer Budge Studios. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition expands Haveli's portfolio in the gaming sector.
TechMet Seeks up to $200M in New Funding to Expand Critical Minerals Portfolio
TechMet, the US‑backed investment vehicle focused on critical minerals, announced plans to raise up to $200 million in additional funding. The capital will be used to make new investments in mining projects across Africa and other regions, building on its $300 million...
RadNet Acquires Northwest Radiology Imaging Centers to Expand Into Indiana
RadNet announced the acquisition of Northwest Radiology's imaging centers, marking its entry into the Indiana market. The deal expands RadNet's network of outpatient imaging facilities. Financial terms were not disclosed.
QuantX Biosciences Secures $85M Series B Funding Led by Lilly and Sanofi Ventures
China‑American biotech QuantX Biosciences announced a $85 million Series B round, led by the venture arms of Eli Lilly and Sanofi. The funding will accelerate its immunology pipeline targeting key immune‑related diseases. The round highlights strong investor interest in biotech innovations.
Stellantis Sells Canadian Gigafactory Stake for $100
Stellantis has sold its stake in a Canadian gigafactory for a nominal US$100, effectively exiting the joint venture. The transaction marks a write‑off of the investment and highlights Stellantis' shift away from the battery plant.
The Exploration Company (TEC) in Advanced Talks to Acquire UK Rocket Maker Orbex
German‑French space startup The Exploration Company (TEC) is in advanced negotiations to acquire British rocket manufacturer Orbex, a move that would consolidate Europe’s small‑launch market. The potential acquisition has drawn scrutiny due to TEC’s leadership ties to Russian space entities,...
Java Capital Launches Rs 400 Cr Deep‑tech Seed‑stage Fund
Java Capital announced the launch of a Rs 400 crore deep‑tech fund aimed at seed‑stage startups across sectors such as semiconductors, aerospace, defence, cybersecurity, AI infrastructure, robotics, advanced manufacturing, energy, climate tech, and synthetic biology. The fund includes a Rs 150 crore greenshoe option...
PMET Resources Raises up to C$130M ($96M) for Quebec Lithium Exploration
Canadian miner PMET Resources announced a financing of up to C$130 million ($96 million) through a public offering of common shares and a private placement of flow‑through shares to fund exploration at its Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project in northern Quebec. The offerings are...
Mufin Green Finance Raises ₹125 Crore via NCD Placement
Mufin Green Finance Ltd, a New Delhi-based non-banking financial company, raised ₹125 crore by issuing secured, rated, listed non-convertible debentures (NCDs) to LC Capital India Private Ltd through a private placement. The capital will be used to expand its lending...
KKR Commits AU$603 Million to HMC Capital's 5.7GW Australian Energy Storage and Wind Pipeline
Global investment firm KKR announced a strategic partnership with ASX‑listed HMC Capital, committing up to AU$603 million to HMC’s Energy Transition Platform, which includes 5.7 GW of battery‑energy‑storage and wind projects. The funding will support expansion of the platform’s 652 MW of operational...
Northern Graphite Partners with Al Obeikan Group to Build $200M Saudi Graphite Plant
Northern Graphite (TSXV: NGC) has entered a joint venture with Saudi conglomerate Al Obeikan Group to construct a $200 million battery‑material plant in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. Obeikan will own 51% of the JV, Northern 49%, and will secure local debt financing,...
Wittenstein to Acquire STXI Motion, Expanding Into Mobile Robotics
German motion specialist Wittenstein announced it will acquire Israeli firm STXI Motion to broaden its electronics and software capabilities for electric motors and enter the mobile robotics market. The undisclosed‑value deal is subject to antitrust approval and is expected to...
NFL Takes 10% Stake in ESPN in New Media Deal
The National Football League has closed a deal to acquire a 10% ownership stake in ESPN, trading its NFL Network, NFL RedZone and fantasy assets for the stake. The agreement marks a significant shift in the league’s media strategy as...
TPG to Raise New Capital for CLO Platform
TPG announced plans to raise additional capital for its collateralized loan obligation (CLO) platform, aiming to expand its capacity to originate and manage CLOs. The fundraising amount was not disclosed.
Ib Vogt Sells €230m Irish Solar Portfolio to Institutional Investor
ib vogt completed the sale of three Irish solar projects totaling 272 MWp for about €230 million. The assets, developed by Highfield Solar, were sold to an international institutional investor, with two projects closed in December 2025 and the third expected to close...
Jain Cord Raises Rs 200 Cr in Series A From Lohia Family Office
Gurugram-based textile manufacturer Jain Cord Industries secured Rs 200 crore in a Series A round, issuing 31,79,550 CCPS and 100 equity shares at Rs 629 per share. The funding came from the Lohia Family Office, operated under Indorama Capital Holdings...
European Investment Bank Provides €24 Million Venture‑debt Loan to Battery Analytics Firm TWAICE
The European Investment Bank announced a €24 million long‑term venture‑debt loan to TWAICE, a Germany‑based battery data analytics provider, to support its BESS and EV market activities. Backed by the InvestEU programme, the funding will accelerate product development and expand TWAICE’s...
DaVita and Ares Private Equity Invest in Elara Caring to Expand In-Home Kidney Care
Elara Caring announced a strategic investment from DaVita and Ares Private Equity Group, providing new capital to support its growth and development of in‑home kidney care programs. The deal, announced earlier this week, does not disclose the investment amount or...
PineBridge Prices First New European CLO in Seven Years
Asset manager PineBridge announced the pricing of its first new European collateralized loan obligation (CLO) in seven years, marking a notable return to the European CLO market. The deal, priced on February 5, 2026, signals renewed investor interest in structured...
United Overseas Group Acquires Norvic Shipping Dry Bulk Assets
United Overseas Group, through its subsidiary United Overseas Trading, announced the acquisition of Norvic Shipping’s dry‑bulk fleet, including nine vessels – three already in service and six newbuilds slated for delivery in 2026‑27. The deal expands UOG’s presence across multiple...
Oak Hill Reissues US CLO, Narrowing AAA Benchmark
Oak Hill has issued a new US collateralized loan obligation (CLO), causing the benchmark AAA rating for US CLOs to narrow again. The reissue adds undisclosed amount of AAA-rated CLO assets to the market, reflecting continued investor demand for high-quality...
Digital Striker Raises $1M From Foxhog Ventures
Indian optical‑fiber tools startup Digital Striker announced a $1 million funding round led by Foxhog Ventures. The capital will fund the establishment of a manufacturing facility, talent hiring, and expansion of offices across major Indian metros. The bootstrapped company, founded in...
Octopus Australia Acquires 4.8GWh Hanworth Battery Storage Project and Queensland Solar‑battery Asset
Octopus Australia announced the acquisition of the 1.2 GW/4.8 GWh Hanworth Battery Energy Storage System from Enervist, marking the largest planned BESS in Australia. The company also bought the Dunmore Solar Farm and Battery project in Queensland from Samsung C&T Renewable Energy...
TenneT Sells 25.1% Stake in German Subsidiary to KfW for €3.3bn
Transmission system operator TenneT agreed to sell a 25.1% stake in its German subsidiary to the German Government via KfW for approximately €3.3 bn ($3.9 bn). The deal will help TenneT repay a shareholder loan while retaining a 28.9% interest, and is...
Meituan to Acquire Dingdong Maicai's China Business for $717M
Meituan announced on Feb 5 that it will acquire 100% of Dingdong Maicai's China operations for an initial consideration of about $717 million, excluding the company's overseas businesses. The acquisition consolidates the fresh grocery e‑commerce market and strengthens Meituan's quick‑commerce...
Once Upon a Farm, PBC Prices $197.95M IPO at $18 per Share
Organic baby‑food maker Once Upon a Farm, PBC priced its IPO at $18 per share on Feb. 5, 2026, selling nearly 11 million shares to raise $197.95 million. The offering was led by Goldman Sachs and J.P. Morgan, with BofA Securities, William Blair, Barclays, Evercore ISI,...
Komatsu to Acquire SRC of Lexington, Expanding North American Remanufacturing
Komatsu North America announced it will acquire the assets of SRC of Lexington, Inc., a Kentucky-based remanufacturing specialist, to broaden its North American remanufactured components business for construction and mining equipment. The transaction is slated to close by the end...
Symmetry Laser Acquires ArcRev to Expand Precision Laser Cutting Capabilities
Symmetry Laser, a provider of precision laser cutting solutions for medical devices, announced the completion of its acquisition of ArcRev, a specialist laser cutting firm. The deal expands Symmetry Laser’s technical capabilities, manufacturing capacity, and lean manufacturing expertise, strengthening its...
Great Power, Sunwoda, and Deye Technology File Hong Kong IPO Applications
Chinese energy storage firms Great Power, Sunwoda, and Deye Technology have filed listing applications on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, signaling upcoming IPOs on the Main Board. Great Power submitted its application on 30 January, Sunwoda updated its prospectus on 30 January,...
Logistics Plus to Acquire Indian 4PL Evo Supply Chain
Logistics Plus announced its plan to acquire Evo Supply Chain, an Indian fourth-party logistics provider. The deal will expand Logistics Plus's presence in the Indian market and enhance its global supply-chain capabilities.
Brazilian Fintech Asaas Acquires Digital Insurance Broker Mutuus
Brazilian fintech Asaas announced the acquisition of digital insurance broker Mutuus, adding insurance distribution to its platform. Mutuus will continue operating independently while Asaas integrates its services, expanding its offering for small and medium-sized businesses.
Lunar Energy Secures $232M Funding to Accelerate Smart Home Battery Rollout
Lunar Energy announced a $232 million fundraising round to fund the expansion of its smart home battery technology. The capital will be used to scale production, enhance R&D, and accelerate market adoption of its energy storage solutions.
AGI (AGBK) Announces IPO, Releases Investor Deck
Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) has filed for an initial public offering under the ticker AGBK. The company released its IPO deck outlining its business model, financials, and growth strategy. Deal value was not disclosed.
SOLV Energy (MWH) Prepares for IPO with New Deck
SOLV Energy, a provider of construction and infrastructure services for utility‑scale solar and battery storage projects, has released its IPO deck ahead of a planned public offering. The deck, dated February 2026, outlines the company's business and growth prospects as...
Ares Interactive Raises $70M in Series A Funding
Ares Interactive, a provider of AI-enabled development, marketing, and live-ops solutions for the gaming industry, announced it has closed a $70 million Series A funding round. The capital will be used to accelerate product development and expand its market presence....
ESAB to Acquire Eddyfi for $1.45B
Maryland‑based welding equipment maker ESAB announced an agreement to acquire Quebec‑based non‑destructive testing provider Eddyfi for $1.45 billion. The deal, funded with cash, debt and equity, will keep Eddyfi’s workforce and headquarters in Québec City and is expected to close in...
WTW Acquires Newfront in $1.3B Deal
WTW completed its acquisition of Newfront, a top-40 U.S. broker, for up to $1.3 billion. The deal, announced on 2 February 2026, integrates Newfront's Business Insurance operation into WTW's Risk & Broking platform, highlighting a new AI-driven M&A cycle.
French Startup The Exploration Company Acquires Assets of UK Rocket Maker Orbex
The article reports that British rocket startup Orbex was forced to shut down and sell its assets to French startup The Exploration Company after the UK government withheld promised funding. The sale follows years of regulatory delays and a shortfall...
Lukoil in Talks to Sell Overseas Assets to Carlyle
Russian oil giant Lukoil announced it is negotiating the sale of its overseas assets, excluding Kazakhstan, to U.S. investment firm Carlyle. The transaction, pending due diligence and regulatory approval, has no disclosed financial terms. The potential deal marks a major...
InsiderCX Raises €1.5M Seed Round Led by GapMinder
Croatian healthtech startup InsiderCX announced a €1.5 million seed round to expand its AI‑driven patient experience platform across Europe. The round was led by GapMinder with participation from Silicon Gardens Fund. The funding will support international expansion, entry into the healthcare...
The Exploration Company in Talks to Acquire Orbex
French startup The Exploration Company has entered negotiations to acquire UK rocket maker Orbex, following a letter of intent signed on 21 January. Orbex, which has faced regulatory delays and financial strain, is looking to sell its assets. Details of...