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Boston Scientific Acquires Penumbra for $14.5 Billion
Boston Scientific is acquiring California's Penumbra for $14.5 billion in cash and stock, positioning it as a neurovascular leader. CEO Mike Mahoney highlighted the company's improved integration expertise since the troubled 2006 Guidant deal.
Analysts praise the deal for accelerating sales growth and expanding market reach.
Butterfly Equity Completes Acquisition of ePac Flexible Packaging
Los Angeles-based Butterfly Equity has acquired ePac Holdings, the global leader in digitally printed flexible packaging, from investors including Amcor. ePac operates 14 facilities in the US and Canada with a tech-enabled platform for CPG brands.
The deal marks Butterfly's first packaging investment, leveraging its food and beverage expertise.
Netflix Wins Bidding War for Warner Bros. Discovery Streaming and Studios
Netflix acquired Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming and studios division, including HBO, DC Studios, and Warner Bros. Pictures, for $72 billion equity value. The deal, announced December 5, 2025, values shares at $27.75 in a cash-stock offer.
It covers extensive assets like CNN, Cartoon Network, and Eurosport.
Onebrief Acquires Battle Road Digital in Defense Tech Deal
Onebrief, a modern command operating system, acquired Battle Road Digital, a leading defense innovation firm, on January 13, 2026. The acquisition enhances Onebrief's capabilities in defense technology.
Wilson Sonsini advised Battle Road on the transaction.
Amgen Acquires Dark Blue for $840 Million AML Drug
Amgen bought UK biotech Dark Blue for $840 million, gaining an AML drug asset. The deal bolsters Amgen's biotechnology portfolio in oncology.
Announced on January 6, 2026, it highlights ongoing pharma M&A activity.
DIY HVAC Systems Gain Traction Amid Rising Labor Costs
Demand surges for DIY-capable heat pumps as homeowners face labor shortages and costs. Key concerns include warranty transparency and post-sale support.
Industry operators in Joplin, MO, report growing interest.
Goldman Sachs Leads Global M&A League Tables
Goldman Sachs tops rankings in investment banking M&A by market share and deal value. It excels in cross-border mergers, tech, energy, and healthcare transactions.
The firm is known for complex, high-stakes deals.
JPMorgan Dominates U.S. and Global Mergers
JPMorgan leads in strategic mergers, divestitures, and private equity deals across markets. Its strength spans capital structure support and sector specialization.
The firm coordinates advisory with lending and restructuring.
Morgan Stanley Excels in Tech and Media M&A
Morgan Stanley advises on high-profile tech mergers, media deals, and financial services transactions. It focuses on shareholder value in strategic acquisitions.
The firm handles valuation-sensitive public market deals.
Bank of America Active in Industrials and Consumer M&A
Bank of America ranks high in U.S. deal volume for industrials, financials, and consumer sectors. It provides integrated advisory and financing services.
The firm is key for large-scale business acquisitions.
Houlihan Lokey Leads in Restructuring and Distressed M&A
Houlihan Lokey dominates corporate restructuring and distressed advisory. It handles recapitalizations, turnarounds, and creditor negotiations.
The firm excels in high-risk valuation scenarios.