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Sanofi Acquires Dynavax Technologies for $2.2 Billion
Sanofi announced a $2.2 billion deal to acquire Dynavax, adding its marketed hepatitis B vaccine HEPLISAV-B and a shingles vaccine candidate to its portfolio. Dynavax shares surged 38% on the news, while Sanofi shares remained stable.
The tender offer is set at $15.50 per share.
Netflix Plans $83 Billion Acquisition of Warner Bros.
Netflix announced plans to acquire Warner Bros. for $83 billion, pending regulatory approval, marking a major consolidation in media streaming. This deal closes out a year of significant ad tech and content mergers.
It overshadows other late-year transactions like previous Paramount discussions.
Global Payments to Acquire Worldpay in $24 Billion Deal
Global Payments agreed to buy Worldpay in a massive $24 billion transaction, one of the top fintech M&A stories of 2025. This deal highlights ongoing consolidation in payment processing.
It involves key players like FIS and GTCR.
Shift4 Signs $2.5 Billion Deal for Global Blue
Shift4 Payments announced a $2.5 billion acquisition of Swiss paytech Global Blue. The deal expands Shift4's footprint in international payments.
It ranks among the year's largest fintech mergers.
Solventum Completes $725 Million Acquisition of Acera Surgical
Solventum finalized its purchase of Acera Surgical for $725 million upfront, plus up to $125 million in milestones. Acera is projected to generate $90 million in 2025 sales.
The deal is slightly dilutive to 2026 EPS but accretive from 2027.
Nomura Holdings Celebrates 100th Anniversary, Launches New Institute
Nomura Holdings marked its 100th anniversary on December 25, 2025, by establishing the Nomura Well-Growing Institute for future value creation. The milestone underscores the firm's long-term strategy.
It aims to foundationally support the next century of operations.
Salesforce Acquires Informatica for $8 Billion
Salesforce purchased cloud data management firm Informatica for approximately $8 billion in early 2025. This bolsters Salesforce's data capabilities amid ad tech consolidation.
It was part of a busy January M&A wave.
HSBC Offers $13.6 Billion to Privatize Hang Seng Bank
HSBC proposed a $13.6 billion deal to privatize its subsidiary Hang Seng Bank, a key 2025 fintech story. The move strengthens HSBC's control in Asian banking.
It reflects broader banking sector mergers.
Fifth Third Agrees $10.9 Billion Acquisition of Comerica Bank
Fifth Third Bank struck a $10.9 billion deal to acquire Comerica Bank. This banking merger expands Fifth Third's U.S. presence.
It ranks high in 2025's top fintech transactions.
Freedom Agrees to Buy Outstanding Shares of Concert Group
Fronting insurer Concert Group Holdings' shareholders agreed to let Freedom buy out remaining shares. The deal includes board changes and consolidates insurance operations.
Announced on December 24, 2025.
Glenfarne Acquires $865 Million Solar and Battery Assets in Chile
Glenfarne completed an $865 million acquisition of solar and battery storage assets in Chile, advised by Paul Hastings. This bolsters renewable energy investments.
The deal closed on December 24, 2025.
Generational Group Advises Sale of Capital Networks to Univerus
Capital Networks Limited was sold to Univerus Media Inc., closing December 10, 2025. The digital signage software firm enhances Univerus's portfolio.
Generational Group facilitated the transaction.