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US Suspends Immigrant Visas from 75 Countries, Impacts Global Business Travel
The Trump administration suspended or tightened immigrant visas from 75 countries across Africa (25), Asia/Middle East (23), Europe (8), and others, affecting tourism, MICE, and international meetings. This policy raises concerns for global mobility, event inclusivity, and high-value business travel spending.
Airlines, organizers, and associations like Skål International must now factor visa risks into strategies.
Rio Tinto and Glencore Restart Merger Talks
Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore resumed discussions for a potential all-share merger, with Rio deciding by December 5, 2026. The deal could create the world's largest miner by market value, surpassing BHP, driven by copper supply needs.
Goldman Sachs forecasts strong M&A in private markets for 2026.
Verizon Completes $5.3B Acquisition of Frontier Communications
Verizon finalized its merger with Frontier on January 16, 2026, acquiring FYBR shares at $25.50 cash per share, delisting it from Nasdaq. The deal expands Verizon's fiber broadband footprint amid regulatory approvals.
Shareholders received a premium, reshaping US telecom competition.
Banijay Confirms Advanced Merger Talks with All3Media
Banijay Group is in advanced discussions to merge its TV production with rival All3Media, potentially creating Europe's largest production group. Known for hits like MasterChef and The Traitors, no final decision is confirmed.
Talks followed Banijay dropping ITV Studios pursuit.
Netflix Wins Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery's Streaming and Studios
Netflix acquired Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming and studios (HBO, DC Studios) for $27.75/share in a $72B equity deal announced December 5, 2025. The partial acquisition includes Warner Bros. Pictures and media library.
It positions Netflix strongly in content wars.
Coeur Mining Shareholders to Vote on $7B New Gold Acquisition
Coeur Mining's shareholders vote January 27, 2026, on acquiring New Gold, valued at $7B, for scale and diversification. Combined output: 20M oz silver, 900K oz gold, 100M lbs copper in 2026.
Legal challenges add uncertainty.
Infini Resources Expands Uranium Landholding in Canada
Infini Resources staked three claims adding 8,900 hectares near Reitenbach Lake Uranium Project, totaling over 102,000 hectares in Athabasca Basin. Drilling planned for Q2 2026 after phase two assays.
Aims to consolidate assets for cornerstone project.
EU Considers 93B Euros Tariffs on US Amid Trade Tensions
The European Union eyes 93 billion euros ($107.68B) in tariffs or restrictions on Washington. This escalates transatlantic trade disputes.
Details on specific measures remain under consideration.
Elliott Investment Opposes Toyota Fudosan's Revised Tender Offer
Activist investor Elliott rejects Toyota Fudosan's revised tender offer for Toyota Industries, citing intrinsic value over ¥26,000/share as of January 16, 2026. This is nearly 40% above the offer price.
Opposition highlights undervaluation concerns.
RBC: Copper Drives Potential Rio Tinto Bid for Glencore
Rio Tinto may pursue all-share takeover of Glencore ($76B cap) to boost copper exposure amid supply shortages and price rallies. Combined entity would top BHP by market value with cost synergies.
Both firms in cost-cutting mode targeting savings by 2026.
Canada Tariff Reset with China Gains Momentum
Canada's tariff adjustments with China are accelerating, as reported in global trade updates. This could impact bilateral corporate dealings.
Further details on negotiations ongoing.