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Warner Bros. Discovery Faces Hostile $100B Bid from Paramount Skydance
Dealmakers end 2025 with a blockbuster $100 billion cliffhanger as Paramount Skydance launches a hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, outmaneuvering Netflix. This encapsulates themes of transformative M&A, Wall Street funding, Middle East investments, and President Trump's influence.
Emeren Group Completes Merger and Delists from NYSE
Emeren Group finalized its merger with Shurya Vitra Ltd., becoming a wholly owned subsidiary after shareholder approval on December 9. Shareholders receive $0.20 per ordinary share; NYSE trading of ADSs suspended December 15 with delisting planned.
Alexander & Baldwin to Go Private in $2.3B Deal with Blackstone Group
Alexander & Baldwin agreed to a $2.3 billion all-cash merger with an investor group including Blackstone and DivcoWest, paying $21.20 per share. The deal, unanimously board-approved, expects Q1 2026 close; Q4 dividend of $0.35 per share declared.
Einride and Legato Merger Corp. III File Confidential F-4 for SPAC Deal
Einride confidentially submitted a draft Form F-4 to the SEC on December 12 for its business combination with Legato Merger Corp. III (NYSE: LEGT), announced November 12. Expected $220M gross proceeds plus up to $100M PIPE, targeting H1 2026 NYSE listing with $65M ARR.
Relief Therapeutics and NeuroX Form MindMaze Therapeutics via Combination
Relief Therapeutics and NeuroX completed their business combination in December 2025, creating Swiss-based MindMaze Therapeutics after October agreement and November shareholder approval. The integrated firm combines digital neurotherapeutics, pharmacology, devices, and AI platform.
Philips Acquires SpectraWAVE to Boost AI-Powered Coronary Imaging
Philips announced agreement to acquire SpectraWAVE Inc. on December 15, enhancing next-generation coronary intravascular imaging and physiological assessment with AI technology. This advances Philips' cardiovascular diagnostics portfolio.
M&A Activity Hits $4.5 Trillion in 2025 Banner Year
Global dealmakers cap 2025 with over $4.5 trillion in transactions, driven by Warner Bros.-related bids highlighting renewed appetite for big tie-ups and external funding.
Emeren Shareholders Paid $0.20 Per Share in Privatization Merger
Following the June 18 merger agreement (amended September 2), Emeren ordinary shares cancelled for $0.20 each, with ADS holders similarly compensated post-shareholder vote.
Blackstone Deepens Hawaii Commitment with Alexander & Baldwin Acquisition
Blackstone's investor group to acquire Alexander & Baldwin's real estate portfolio, supporting 9,000+ jobs and local businesses; board hails premium value for stakeholders.
Einride Targets $800M Long-Term ARR in Autonomous Freight SPAC Merger
Einride reports 1,700+ driverless hours, 11M electric miles, and $65M expected ARR from contracts, with $800M potential in business plans ahead of public listing.