Major global corporate news includes high-value mergers and acquisitions in tech, healthcare, insurance, and SPAC IPOs, reshaping multiple industries worldwide.
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Eventbrite to be Acquired by Bending Spoons for $500 Million
Eventbrite, a global event management platform, has agreed to be acquired by Bending Spoons in an all-cash deal valued at $500 million, as announced December 2, 2025, marking a significant move in the tech event space.
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Aquarian Capital Acquires Brighthouse Financial in $4.1 Billion Deal
Aquarian Capital LLC entered a merger agreement to acquire Brighthouse Financial, Inc. in a transaction valued at $4.1 billion, signaling strong consolidation in the financial services sector.
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Charles Schwab to Acquire Forge Global Holdings in All-Cash Deal
The Charles Schwab Corporation announced plans to acquire Forge Global Holdings in an all-cash deal, further expanding Schwab's footprint in the financial technology and trading services market.
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Amynta Group Completes Acquisition of International Sureties
Amynta Group finalized its acquisition of Global Surety, International Sureties Limited, and International Sureties SARL, specializing in commercial surety products, enhancing its insurance services portfolio.
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New America Acquisition I Raises $300 Million for U.S. SPAC Investments
New America Acquisition I priced an IPO of $300 million focusing on U.S.-based companies in manufacturing and technology, with notable advisors including Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, expected to close December 5, 2025.
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General Purpose Acquisition Corp Completes $230 Million IPO
General Purpose Acquisition Corp, a SPAC focused on mergers and acquisitions, completed a $230 million IPO listing on Nasdaq under the symbols GPAC and GPACW, led by Peter Georgiopoulos.
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Cross Country Healthcare Extends Merger Agreement with Aya Healthcare
Cross Country Healthcare extended its merger agreement deadline with Aya Healthcare to December 3, 2025, reflecting ongoing efforts to consolidate healthcare staffing services amidst industry challenges.
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Coeur Mining to Acquire New Gold Inc. in $7 Billion Stock Deal
Coeur Mining entered a $7 billion all-stock merger to acquire New Gold Inc., consolidating positions in the mining industry to enhance resource control and shareholder value.
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Kimberly-Clark to Acquire Kenvue Inc. in $48.7 Billion Cash and Stock Deal
Kimberly-Clark announced a significant acquisition of Kenvue Inc., combining cash and stock payments in a deal valued at approximately $48.7 billion, aiming to strengthen consumer products lines.
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Top PR and Communications M&A Activity in the UK in 2025
The UK communications sector has experienced notable M&A deals in 2025, including major transactions involving Omnicom and IPG, reflecting an evolving landscape of agency consolidation.