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SM Energy Closes Merger with Civitas Resources
SM Energy completed its all-stock merger with Civitas Resources, approved by stockholders on January 27, 2026. The combined company trades as SM on NYSE, targeting $200-300 million in annual synergies and $1 billion in divestitures. A conference call on Q4 2025 results and 2026 outlook is scheduled for late February.
Rayonier and PotlatchDeltic Complete Merger of Equals
Rayonier announced the closing of its merger with PotlatchDeltic, creating a company with over four million acres of U.S. timberland and operations including six sawmills. The merger enhances geographic diversity and operational scale in timber and real estate. CEO Mark McHugh highlighted the strategic benefits.
BKV Corporation Closes Acquisition in BKV-BPP Power JV
BKV acquired half of Banpu Power US's interest in the BKV-BPP Power joint venture for $115.1 million in cash and stock, raising its ownership to 75%. This streamlines operations in power generation. The deal was announced on January 30, 2026.
Francisco Partners Completes Acquisition of Jamf
Francisco Partners acquired Jamf for $13.05 per share, totaling $2.2 billion enterprise value, to bolster Apple device management solutions. Jamf CEO John Strosahl noted it as a milestone for the platform. The close was announced January 30, 2026.
Senior Market Sales Acquires Fair Square Medicare
Senior Market Sales, an insurance marketing organization, acquired Fair Square Medicare to expand digital capabilities in senior health care. The deal aims to enhance services in the growing Medicare market. Announced January 30, 2026.
International Paper Reports $2.84B Loss, Issues 2026 EBITDA Target
International Paper reported a $2.84 billion net loss in 2025 due to impairments and restructuring, but adjusted EBITDA nearly doubled to $2.98 billion. It guides for $3.5-3.7 billion adjusted EBITDA in 2026, driven by cost reductions. Full 2025 results to be filed February 26, 2026.
One Third of Canadian Companies Plan Major Acquisitions in 2026
33% of Canadian business leaders plan major acquisitions in the next 18 months, per KPMG, fueled by government nation-building investments in infrastructure and energy. Private firms are more aggressive at 36%. Sectors like construction and oil services will see consolidation.
United Acquisition Corp. I Closes $100M IPO
Blank check company United Acquisition Corp. I closed its $100 million IPO of 10 million units at $10 each on January 30, 2026. Units trade as UACU on NYSE American, to separate into UAC shares and UACW warrants at $11.50 exercise price. Aims for future business combination.
Lundin Mining Updates Share Capital
Lundin Mining's issued shares increased by 20,386 to 854,367,977 as of January 30, 2026. The mining company focuses on resource growth and operational excellence. Shares trade on TSX (LUN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (LUMI).
UAE, EU, Russia Execute Major Deals with India Reshaping Capital Flows
In 11 days from January 19-30, UAE signed a defense pact and $3B energy deal with India in a 2-hour visit, alongside EU and Russia transactions. This $4.2 trillion shift challenges U.S. security assumptions, mispricing global portfolios. Highlighted on January 31, 2026.