Corporate Deals to Watch | May 2026
Event‑driven analysts Thomas Kirchner and Paul Hoffmeister spotlight two high‑profile corporate moves in May 2026. eBay is pursuing a strategic acquisition of GameStop, valuing the gaming retailer at roughly $2.5 billion. Meanwhile, Italy’s UniCredit has launched a hostile takeover bid for Germany’s Commerzbank, offering an estimated €12 billion (about $13 billion). Both transactions could trigger significant shifts in retail technology and European banking landscapes.
The Great Wall Just Got an Exit Gate: C-REITs to the Rescue
CapitaLand, the Singapore‑based property giant backed by Temasek, is using China’s nascent REIT market to exit its struggling Chinese real‑estate portfolio. After writing down S$545 million ($425 million) in 2023, the firm transferred assets into a listed Chinese REIT, the first international...
Corporate Deals to Watch | April 2026
Event‑driven analysts Thomas Kirchner and Paul Hoffmeister spotlight two high‑profile corporate moves in April. Paul revisits Six Flags Entertainment, where activist investors are intensifying pressure for a strategic review and possible sale. Thomas updates on Universal Music Group’s pending acquisition,...
When Deals Get Cold Feet: How Iran Just Became M&A's Buzzkill
U.S. military action against Iran is slowing the momentum of 2024 M&A activity, with deal announcements falling 13% year‑over‑year and sitting about 25% below the 2021 peak. Advisors report stretched timelines and deeper due‑diligence as firms brace for heightened geopolitical...
Corporate Deals to Watch | March 2026
This month’s Corporate Deals to Watch highlights two high‑profile event‑driven opportunities. Paul Hoffmeister examines Six Flags Entertainment’s pending transaction, which could reshape the U.S. amusement‑park sector. Thomas Kirchner analyzes Diana Shipping’s unsolicited takeover bid for Genco Shipping & Trading, aiming...