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Clearwater Analytics to Be Acquired for $8.4 Billion by Permira and Warburg Pincus
Clearwater Analytics (NYSE: CWAN) entered a definitive agreement to be acquired for approximately $8.4 billion by a Permira and Warburg Pincus-led investor group, supported by Francisco Partners and Temasek. The deal follows a thorough process with strategics and sponsors, valuing the investment platform highly.
It marks a significant private equity move in financial analytics.
BioMarin to Acquire Amicus Therapeutics for $4.8 Billion
BioMarin announced a definitive agreement on December 19, 2025, to buy Amicus Therapeutics for $14.50 per share in cash, valuing it at about $4.8 billion. The acquisition adds key rare disease drugs like Galafold for Fabry and Pombiliti for Pompe, with $599 million in recent revenue.
Closure is expected in Q2 2026 pending approvals.
Trump Media & Technology Group Announces $6 Billion Merger with TAE Technologies
Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) revealed a $6 billion all-stock merger with fusion power firm TAE Technologies on December 17. The deal gives each 50% ownership and up to $300 million funding for utility-scale fusion plants starting 2026.
It pressures competitors like Helion to go public amid fusion hype.
Burke & Herbert Financial Services to Acquire LINKBANCORP for $354 Million
Burke & Herbert Financial Services Corp. (NASDAQ: BHRB) signed a definitive merger with LINKBANCORP, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNKB) in an all-stock deal valued at $354 million. The transaction aims to expand banking services, with KBRA commenting on the ratings.
It was announced on December 18, 2025.
Integrated Power Services to Acquire TechPro Power Group
Integrated Power Services (IPS) entered a definitive agreement to acquire TechPro Power Group, Inc., boosting its power management services. The deal combines 2,200 technicians and engineers for strategic growth.
Announced December 19, 2025, from Greenville, S.C.
Samsung Biologics Acquires GSK's Human Genome Sciences for $280 Million
Samsung Biologics is buying 100% of GSK's Human Genome Sciences in Rockville for $280 million on December 21, 2025. This expands U.S. manufacturing capabilities for biologics.
It aligns with GSK's portfolio reshaping and supply chain focus.
NUBURU Enters Strategic Joint Venture with Nuburu Defense and Maddox Defense
NUBURU, a blue-laser technology pioneer, signed a Strategic Framework Agreement to form a joint-venture with Nuburu Defense LLC and Maddox Defense. The JV focuses on high-performance laser applications in defense.
It tracks latest mergers in additive manufacturing.
Sanad and Strata Manufacturing Form Aerospace Partnership
Sanad and Strata Manufacturing, both owned by Mubadala, announced a partnership for aerospace engineering and structures manufacturing. This high-profile deal strengthens global aerospace solutions.
It highlights ongoing consolidations in the sector.
Netflix and Paramount Battle Over Warner Bros. Discovery Acquisition
Warner Bros. Discovery faces a contentious battle between Netflix and Paramount in a potential acquisition scenario. Regulatory hurdles are expected to prolong the process.
This corporate drama underscores media industry consolidation tensions.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Stumbles Amid Farming Concerns
The EU's largest free-trade agreement with Mercosur (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay) was delayed again due to opposition from countries like Italy over farming impacts. Negotiations spanned 25 years, frustrating South American leaders.
Ursula von der Leyen seeks to salvage the geoeconomic pact.
KBRA Comments on Burke & Herbert's LINKBANCORP Acquisition
KBRA provided ratings commentary on Burke & Herbert Financial Services' proposed all-stock acquisition of LINKBANCORP, valued at $354 million. The senior unsecured rating remains BBB with Stable Outlook.
This supports the merger's financial stability assessment.