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Netflix Agrees to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $72 Billion
Netflix, Inc. has agreed to buy Warner Bros. Discovery for US$72 billion, marking one of the largest takeovers in entertainment history. Separately, Paramount Skydance, backed by Larry Ellison's $40 billion guarantee, is in a bidding war for Warner Bros. after its initial offer was rejected.
This reflects intense consolidation in media amid regulatory scrutiny.
Kimberly-Clark to Acquire Kenvue in $48.7 Billion Deal
Kimberly-Clark has agreed to acquire Kenvue in a cash and stock transaction valued at approximately $48.7 billion, the largest U.S. strategic deal in November. This blockbuster underscores rising global M&A activity, up 40% year-over-year.
Services and software sectors also lead in deal volume.
Pegasus Airlines Acquires Czech Airlines and Smartwings for €154 Million
Turkish low-cost airline Pegasus announced an agreement to acquire Czech Airlines and its subsidiary Smartwings, the largest Czech airline, for €154 million (US$180 million). This deal highlights cross-border aviation consolidation in Europe.
It supports broader trends in services industry M&A.
Clayton, Dubilier & Rice to Buy Sealed Air for $10.3 Billion
Private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice has agreed to acquire Sealed Air in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $10.3 billion, the largest U.S. sponsor deal. Global M&A value reached $463.6 billion in December, up 30% from last year.
Inbound U.S. activity shows mixed trends with declines in value.
China's Trade Surplus Exceeds $1 Trillion Despite U.S. Tariffs
China's trade surplus passed US$1 trillion for the first time amid significant pressure from U.S. tariffs. This milestone occurs as U.S. consumer confidence slides to 89.1 due to tariff anxieties and high prices.
Job market perceptions weakened, with fewer viewing jobs as plentiful.
IBM Acquires Confluent for $11 Billion
IBM announced an $11 billion purchase of data infrastructure company Confluent amid a holiday M&A frenzy. This deal contributes to December's $463.6 billion in global transactions.
Bankers report broad-based activity across sectors heading into year-end.
Trump Media Merges with TAE Technologies in $6 Billion Deal
Trump Media & Technology Group announced a $6 billion merger with nuclear fusion firm TAE Technologies. The deal is part of heightened M&A pace, with firms working through holidays.
It highlights aggressive C-suite moves before 2026.
Energy Sector M&A Soars to $142 Billion in 2025
Energy mergers totaled nearly $142 billion from Nov 2024-Nov 2025, driven by utility and IPP deals like Constellation Energy's $29B acquisition of Calpine. Growth stems from electrification, data centers, and scale needs.
Renewable transactions slowed in number but doubled in value.
Ferrero to Buy WK Kellogg for $3.1 Billion; Kraft Heinz Plans Breakup
Nutella maker Ferrero agreed to acquire WK Kellogg for $3.1B as U.S. food giants restructure. Kraft Heinz and Keurig Dr Pepper announced breakups after years of expansion.
Mars also acquired Kellogg splinters, signaling portfolio optimization amid sluggish sales.
Pfizer in Up to $10 Billion Acquisition of Metsera
Pfizer is pursuing an up to $10 billion acquisition of Metsera, earning legal accolades for deal execution. This pharma deal reflects ongoing biotech M&A momentum.
Janus Henderson faces a $7.4B buyout by Trian and General Catalyst.
IndiGo Ordered to Cut Flights by 5% After Scheduling Crisis
India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation ordered IndiGo, the largest airline, to reduce flights by 5% following mass cancellations. This impacts the aviation sector amid global airline deals like Pegasus.
U.S. labor market uncertainty adds to airline pressures.
IMF Approves $1.2 Billion for Pakistan's Economic Recovery
The IMF released US$1.2 billion to Pakistan, adding to $3.3 billion since last year, aiding crisis recovery. This supports broader economic stabilization efforts amid global trade tensions.
Consumer confidence dips signal tariff-related worries.