Bill Gates gives Melinda $8bn in divorce settlement
Bill Gates has donated $8 billion to Melinda's foundation as part of their divorce. Discover the details of this major philanthropic shift and its implications.
Category : Acquisitions
Glencore shares surge on Rio Tinto mega-merger talks
Shares in Glencore leapt over 8% after confirming early-stage talks with Rio Tinto about a potential merger that could create a $200bn mining giant. Read the latest on the deal.
Rio Tinto and Glencore Restart $260bn Merger Talks
Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore have resumed discussions over a potential $260bn merger that would create the world's largest mining company. Read the latest on the deal.
Rio Tinto and Glencore restart $260bn merger talks
Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore have resumed preliminary discussions for a potential all-share merger, which could create the world's largest mining company with a value exceeding $260bn. Read the full story.
CMA launches in-depth probe into Kingsmill-Hovis bread merger
The UK's competition regulator has escalated its investigation into Associated British Foods' planned £75m takeover of Hovis, amid concerns over higher prices and reduced choice for shoppers. Read the latest on the bread market shake-up.
BlueScope rejects $13.2bn takeover; Pro-Palestine rally planned
BlueScope Steel rejects a $13.2bn takeover bid as 'too low'. Pro-Palestine groups plan a Melbourne rally against Israel's president's visit. Police warn of scams targeting elderly drivers.
Warner Bros tells shareholders to reject £80bn Paramount bid
Warner Bros Discovery urges investors to reject a sweetened $108bn hostile bid from Paramount Skydance, favouring a Netflix merger. The board cites regulatory risks and insufficient value.
Warner Bros rejects Paramount, chooses Netflix deal
Warner Bros Discovery has rejected a second takeover bid from Paramount, branding it a debt-fuelled gamble. The studio is backing a safer $82.7bn offer from Netflix instead. Read the latest on the Hollywood power struggle.
Warner Bros Shareholders Approve Paramount Takeover Bid
Warner Bros shareholders have voted to approve a takeover bid for Paramount, potentially creating a new media titan. Discover the details and what it means for the industry.
Buyer finds £5.5m in £370 storage unit
A lucky buyer discovered a safe containing £5.5 million in an auctioned storage unit. After a deal with the original owner, he walked away with a £1.1 million profit. Read the full incredible story.
Buyer finds £5.5m in £370 storage unit
A storage unit buyer struck gold after discovering £5.5 million in a safe. He paid just £370 for the unit and negotiated a £900,000 reward. Read the full incredible story.
David Lloyd in Legal Fight Over Name for Pickleball Clubs
Former tennis star David Lloyd faces a legal challenge from the gym chain he founded over his right to use his own name for a new £60m leisure venture. Read the full story.
Brighton Palace Pier for sale as profits slump
Brighton's 126-year-old Palace Pier is on the market after a drop in tourists and rising costs. The owners hope for a summer sale to shape the future of this national treasure.
West Ham agree £47m deals for strikers Pablo and Castellanos
West Ham United have agreed deals to sign strikers Taty Castellanos and Pablo Felipe for up to £47m as manager Nuno Espírito Santo seeks to bolster his struggling attack. Read the full transfer details.
Revel Collective sets January 9 deadline for bids
The Revel Collective, owner of Revolution and Revolucion de Cuba bars, has set a deadline for takeover bids next week amid falling sales and rising debt. Read the latest on this major hospitality sale.
Man Utd to take £21m loss on Rasmus Hojlund transfer
Manchester United are set to lose £21m on striker Rasmus Hojlund as Napoli move to sign him permanently for £43m, extending Erik ten Hag's costly transfer record. Read the full details.
ITV invests up to £3 million in Joe Wicks fitness app
Broadcasting giant ITV invests up to £3m in Joe Wicks' The Body Coach fitness app. The deal includes advertising across ITV channels and ITVX. Read the full story.
Walker Crips losses widen to £7m ahead of takeover
Wealth manager Walker Crips sees pre-tax losses soar to £7m in a difficult half-year, as it prepares for a £5.6m acquisition by Singapore's PhillipCapital. Discover the full story.
Billionaire's £1.15bn Settlement Ends Secret Millions Row
Billionaire Alex Waislitz settles a bitter legal dispute with his ex-wife, packaging heiress Heloise Pratt, for a reported £1.15bn. Read the full story of the secret loans and luxury mansions.
Ricky Gervais' net worth rockets to £130m
Comedian Ricky Gervais' wealth hits £130m as his main production company's value nears £20m. New Netflix special and tour fuel his financial rise from a Reading council estate.
Meta buys AI startup Manus for over $2 billion
Meta, owner of Facebook and Instagram, has acquired AI startup Manus in a deal worth over $2bn to enhance its AI capabilities. Discover the details and implications of this major tech acquisition.
Napoli add huge €85m clause to Hojlund's contract
Napoli have reportedly inserted a staggering €85m release clause into Rasmus Hojlund's future contract, signalling their belief in the Man Utd loanee. Discover the details of the deal and his impressive form in Serie A.
West Ham Prepare £40m Bid for Wolves' Strand Larsen
West Ham United are readying an offer for Wolves striker Jørgen Strand Larsen as manager Nuno Espírito Santo seeks a crucial attacking boost in the January transfer window.
CEO Pays Staff £327k Each After £1.2bn Company Sale
Graham Walker, former CEO of Fibrebond, shared 15% of the sale proceeds with his 540 employees, gifting an average of £327,000 each. Discover the heart-warming story of generosity.
CEO Pays Staff £327k Each After £1.2bn Sale
Graham Walker, former CEO of Fibrebond, shared 15% of the sale proceeds with his 540 employees, gifting an average of £327,000 each. Discover how this act of generosity changed lives.
SoftBank buys DigitalBridge for $4bn to boost AI portfolio
Japanese investment giant SoftBank Group is set to acquire digital infrastructure investor DigitalBridge Group for $4bn, a major move to deepen its ties to the booming artificial intelligence sector. Discover the strategic details.
540 Workers Get Six-Figure Bonuses After Company Sale
A CEO's non-negotiable demand secured $240m in bonuses for 540 loyal employees when he sold his family firm. Discover how it transformed a community.
Kraft invests $240m in Club América and Azteca Stadium
A US investor group including NFL's Robert Kraft has bought a major stake in Mexico's Club América. The deal values the iconic club and its World Cup stadium at $490 million. Read the full story.
Blackstone buys Great Barrier Reef's Hamilton Island for $1.2bn
The iconic Hamilton Island in the Whitsundays has been sold to US private equity firm Blackstone. Discover the details of the $1.2bn deal and what it means for the future of this Australian tourism jewel.
Hailey Bieber's £1bn Deal & Lavish Maybach Shopping Trip
Hailey Bieber showcases her £1bn Rhode cosmetics success, cruising in a £250K Mercedes-Maybach. See the couple's united front despite ongoing speculation.
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