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Nomura Holdings Celebrates 100th Anniversary and Establishes Nomura Well-Growing Institute
Nomura Holdings marked its 100th anniversary on December 25, 2025, by announcing the creation of the Nomura Well-Growing Institute to promote lifelong learning and growth. The institute focuses on financial education, social connections, and sustainable investments to support a better world aligned with Nomura's Group Purpose.
This initiative builds on Nomura's history of societal contributions through financial markets.
BP Sells 65% Stake in Castrol to Stonepeak for Strategic Divestment
BP agreed on December 24, 2025, to sell a 65% controlling interest in its lubricants business Castrol to Stonepeak, with CPP Investments investing up to $1.05 billion. The deal simplifies BP's portfolio, strengthens its balance sheet, and leverages Castrol's nine quarters of earnings growth.
Interim CEO Carol Howle called it a strong outcome amid BP's strategic reset.
Sanofi to Acquire Dynavax in $2.2 Billion Cash Deal
Sanofi announced a $2.2 billion cash acquisition of Dynavax on December 24, 2025, as part of ongoing mergers and acquisitions activity. This pharma sector deal highlights continued consolidation in biotechnology.
Updates confirm the transaction's progress.
Carr, Riggs & Ingram Adds DK Partners in Year-End Merger
Accounting firm Carr, Riggs & Ingram expanded by adding DK Partners as part of late-2025 M&A activity. This merger reflects a wave of consolidations in the accounting sector at year's end.
Other firms like LGA and Adams Brown also pursued growth through acquisitions.
LGA Merges with Ziner & Murphy to Boost Operations
LGA completed a merger with Ziner & Murphy, enhancing its capabilities amid year-end accounting industry deals. These consolidations aim to strengthen market positions.
Similar moves include Adams Brown's acquisition of Stafford & Westervert.
Stephano Slack Merges in Boyer & Boyer for Expansion
Stephano Slack integrated Boyer & Boyer through a merger, part of accelerated M&A in accounting firms. This positions the firm for broader services.
Year-end activity underscores sector consolidation trends.
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 on December 24, 2025. The deal advances renewable energy infrastructure.
It highlights growing investments in clean energy storage.
Silicon Valley Acquisition Corp Closes $200 Million IPO
Silicon Valley Acquisition Corp announced the closing of its $200 million initial public offering of 20 million units at $10 each on December 24, 2025. This SPAC funding sets the stage for future mergers.
It reflects active capital markets for acquisition vehicles.
Crypto Sector M&A Hits Record $8.6 Billion in 2025
Mergers and acquisitions in the crypto industry reached a record $8.6 billion for 2025, per Financial Times reporting. This surge indicates maturing market consolidation.
Deals span exchanges, tech, and infrastructure.
Adams Brown Acquires Stafford & Westervelt in Accounting M&A
Adams Brown acquired Stafford & Westervelt, contributing to year-end mergers in the accounting sector. The deal enhances service offerings and geographic reach.
It aligns with broader industry consolidation patterns.
Anfield Energy Acquires BRS Inc. in Recent Deal
Anfield Energy Inc. announced the acquisition of BRS Inc. on December 18, 2025, as part of ongoing M&A activity. This energy sector transaction supports portfolio expansion.
Federal Signal's moves indicate similar trends.