Category : Acquisitions


Ben & Jerry's Founders Decry Unilever Spin-Off Plan

Exclusive: Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield condemn Unilever's decision to exclude the iconic ice cream brand from its London listing, warning it risks destroying the company's founding ethical principles.

Ben & Jerry's Sues Unilever Over Israel Operations

Unilever faces a high-stakes legal challenge from its own subsidiary, Ben & Jerry's, over the controversial sale of its Israeli business operations, testing corporate governance and ethical boundaries.

Inside the Murdoch Family's Real-Life Succession Battle

An exclusive look at the complex relationships and power struggles between Rupert Murdoch's four adult children, Prudence, Lachlan, James, and Elisabeth, as they navigate their roles within his vast £15 billion media dynasty.

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.

Anglo American Plans Breakup to Fend Off BHP Takeover Bid

In a dramatic move to repel a £34bn hostile bid from BHP, mining giant Anglo American unveils a sweeping strategic overhaul, including the spin-off of its diamond unit De Beers and plans to divest its steelmaking coal and platinum businesses.

Murdoch's Succession: Lachlan Takes Control in Family Deal

Exclusive details reveal Rupert Murdoch's carefully orchestrated succession plan, confirming Lachlan Murdoch will assume full control of the media empire in a landmark family agreement that reshapes global media power structures.

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

Reach PLC Announces Restructuring, 450 Jobs at Risk

UK publishing powerhouse Reach PLC, owner of the Daily Mirror and Express, has unveiled a significant restructuring plan that could lead to 450 job cuts. The move is a strategic response to a challenging print market and rising costs, aiming to refocus on

Osborne's Robey Warshaw in shock Evercore takeover bid

Former Chancellor George Osborne's boutique investment bank, Robey Warshaw, is in advanced talks to acquire Wall Street giant Evercore in a monumental deal that would reshape the global financial advisory landscape and create a transatlantic powerhouse.

Oligarch's £240m Superyacht for Auction in Gibraltar

The luxurious 'Axioma' superyacht, seized from sanctioned Russian oligarch Dmitry Pumpyansky, is set for a high-stakes auction in Gibraltar, symbolising the tangible impact of Western sanctions on Putin's inner circle.

Tesla's New $1 Trillion Pay Deal For Elon Musk

Tesla's board is reportedly preparing a new, monumental pay deal for CEO Elon Musk, potentially worth up to $1 trillion, as the electric vehicle giant seeks to secure his leadership for the long term and tie his compensation directly to unprecedented mark

Billionaire John Malone endorses Trump, slams CNN

Liberty Media chairman and cable industry titan John Malone breaks ranks, offering crucial support to Donald Trump's presidential campaign and delivering a scathing critique of CNN's leadership under David Zaslav.

Zuckerberg Sues Facebook Co-Founder in Legal Battle

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg files a bombshell lawsuit against fellow Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, alleging a clandestine scheme to sell his stake in a secretive holding company. The high-stakes legal drama unfolds in Delaware's Chancery Court.

Russian oligarch faces £10BN divorce claim from ex-wife

Natalia Potanina launches unprecedented lawsuit in London against ex-husband Vladimir Potanin, one of Russia's wealthiest oligarchs, demanding a 50% share of his colossal fortune in one of the largest divorce claims in legal history.

Newsmax Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Fox News

Right-wing broadcaster Newsmax launches a landmark antitrust lawsuit against Fox News, alleging a coercive scheme with cable giants to suppress competition and force it off major platforms.

Specsavers Director Suspended Over Secret Santa Expenses

A senior director at Specsavers has been suspended after allegedly charging the company for a Secret Santa gift. The optics giant confirms an internal investigation is underway into the serious breach of expenses policy.

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.

Kraft Heinz Announces Shock Company Split

In a dramatic reversal of its famed merger, Kraft Heinz confirms it will split into two separate US-listed companies. We analyse the strategy behind the breakup and what it means for the future of the iconic food brands.

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