Stokes expands media empire with Southern Cross acquisition
Australian billionaire Kerry Stokes expands his media dominance through Seven West Media's strategic takeover of Southern Cross Austereo, reshaping the broadcasting landscape.
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Charlie Javice sentenced in $175M JPMorgan fraud case
Former Frank founder Charlie Javice convicted for fabricating millions of fake student accounts to deceive JPMorgan Chase in landmark $175 million acquisition fraud case.
Lego's £6.8bn Merlin Takeover Finalised
The Lego Group's parent company finalises a £6.8 billion acquisition of Merlin Entertainments, uniting Legoland parks with Alton Towers and Sea Life in a landmark deal for the UK tourism industry.
Saga acquires Belgian cruise operator Spirit of Adventure
Over-50s specialist Saga Plc expands its travel empire by acquiring Belgian cruise operator Spirit of Adventure, signalling bold post-pandemic growth strategy.
Trump's TikTok Takeover Bid Targets Chinese Algorithm
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly orchestrating a dramatic acquisition of TikTok's US operations, aiming to sever Chinese influence over the popular video app's core technology.
103-Year-Old Dickies Workwear Brand Sold Amid Financial Woes
The legendary American workwear brand Dickies, a staple for generations of British tradespeople, has been sold after 103 years following severe financial difficulties. Discover what led to the downfall of this global icon.
Everton Complete Takeover of London City Lionesses
Everton Football Club completes a landmark acquisition of London City Lionesses, promising a new era of investment and ambition in the Women's Super League from 2025.
CMA Launches Probe into Nationwide-Virgin Money Merger
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a formal 'phase 1' investigation into the proposed £2.9 billion acquisition of Virgin Money by Nationwide Building Society, scrutinising potential impacts on consumer choice and competition.
$30bn Santos Takeover Collapses After Abu Dhabi Exit
A massive $30bn acquisition of Australian energy giant Santos by an Abu Dhabi-led consortium has been abruptly terminated, sending shockwaves through global energy markets and raising questions about the future of fossil fuel investments.
Unilever sells Ben & Jerry's to Greenfield Partners
Consumer goods giant Unilever has offloaded the ice cream brand Ben & Jerry's to its long-time licensee, Greenfield Partners, following a protracted legal and political battle over its operations in Israel and the West Bank.
JD.com in £1.4bn Talks to Buy Argos from Sainsbury's
Chinese retail giant JD.com is in advanced talks to acquire Argos from Sainsbury's in a potential £1.4bn deal, a move that could reshape the UK's non-food retail landscape and mark a major strategic shift for the supermarket chain.
Lancashire Crisps Saved in Rescue Acquisition Deal
Beloved British crisp brand Lancashire Crisps has been saved from collapse after being acquired out of administration, securing jobs and the future of the iconic Northern snack maker.
Chinese nationals exploit loophole to buy Texas land
An exclusive Guardian investigation reveals how Chinese investors are exploiting a US legal loophole to purchase vast tracts of Texas land, raising national security concerns and prompting calls for stricter oversight.
JD Sports in Exclusive Talks to Buy Argos from Sainsbury's
JD Sports is in exclusive talks to acquire Argos from Sainsbury's, a move that could dramatically reshape the UK's retail landscape and expand JD's non-fashion footprint.
Sainsbury's in Talks to Sell Argos to China's JD.com
Sainsbury's is in exclusive negotiations to sell its Argos general merchandise division to China's JD.com in a landmark deal that could reshape the UK's retail landscape and mark a major strategic retreat for the supermarket chain.
Sainsbury's Sells Bank to China's Ping An in Strategic Shift
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's is in exclusive negotiations to sell its lucrative banking division to Shenzhen-based Ping An Insurance Group, marking a major strategic shift and a significant Chinese investment into the UK's retail banking sector.
Paramount Agrees to £2.4bn Skydance Merger, Ends Redstone Era
In a dramatic media industry shake-up, Paramount Global agrees to a monumental £2.4 billion merger with Skydance Media, shutting out a rival bid from Warner Bros Discovery and concluding the Redstone family's decades-long control.
Next Acquires Cath Kidston in Major High Street Rescue
British retail giant Next has swooped to acquire the iconic Cath Kidston brand, saving it from administration and securing 125 jobs. The deal includes the brand, domain names, and intellectual property, but all UK stores will close permanently.
Samantha Cameron's Cefinn Label Acquired
The premium womenswear brand Cefinn, founded by former Prime Minister's wife Samantha Cameron, has been sold to private investment firm Level Five in a deal securing its future.
Anglo American's £1.5bn Teck Bid May Spark Bidding War
Anglo American's bold £1.5bn bid for Teck Resources' coal assets signals major restructuring but may invite rival offers in heated mining sector consolidation.
National Gallery acquires £12m Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece
The National Gallery secures Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Virgin and Child with Infant St. John the Baptist' in major acquisition supported by Hans Rausing's generosity and American philanthropy.
Anglo American Rejects £34bn BHP Takeover Bid
London-listed mining titan Anglo American has emphatically rejected a colossal £34 billion takeover proposal from Australian rival BHP, branding the bid 'highly unattractive' and opportunistic. The deal would have created a global mining behemoth.
BlackRock's £2.1bn Aletto Power Acquisition Finalised
Investment titan BlackRock secures a landmark $2.6 billion deal to acquire Minnesota Power's parent company, Aletto. This strategic move signals a major shift in energy sector ownership and raises pivotal questions about renewable investment and market co
Teen coder sells AI app for millions in landmark deal
Exclusive: 18-year-old Zach Yadegari becomes an overnight tech millionaire after his revolutionary AI-powered keyboard app, 'TypeAI', is acquired by a major New York firm in a landmark seven-figure deal.
John Lewis Resurrects Topshop in Surprise ASOS Deal
The John Lewis Partnership has acquired the Topshop, Topman, and Miss Selfridge brands from ASOS in a surprise move, planning to reintroduce the iconic labels to the British high street through its department stores and potentially Waitrose supermarkets.
Market Basket Mediation: Arthur T Demoulas Fights for Control
Exclusive: Arthur T. Demoulas, the ousted CEO beloved by workers, enters mediation in a dramatic final attempt to buy back the 50.5% stake of the Market Basket grocery chain and end the family feud that has paralysed the business.
Kraft Heinz Merger Faces Potential Split by Investors
Exclusive: The multi-billion pound Kraft Heinz merger is under intense scrutiny as major investors push for a potential breakup of the food and condiment titan. Analysts suggest a split could unlock significant value.
Royal Mail Profits Double Under Kretinsky's Takeover
Under Daniel Kretinsky's ownership, Royal Mail reports a dramatic profit surge to £348m, marking a stunning turnaround for the former state monopoly and silencing critics of the controversial acquisition.
Dwayne Johnson Plans UFC Purchase For Oscar Role
Hollywood megastar Dwayne Johnson discloses his ambitious plan to acquire the UFC as a strategic move to bolster his credibility for an Oscar-winning role, in a candid conversation with filmmaker Benny Safdie.
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