Latest Corporate News News

đź“…March 5, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Global corporate news dominated by surging M&A activity, major acquisitions in tech and logistics, equity correction risks amid geopolitical tensions, and robust dealmaking projections for 2026.
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Goldman Sachs Warns of Global Equities Correction Risks

Goldman Sachs identifies high correction risks for global stocks due to geopolitics, AI disruption, and elevated valuations, but deems a bear market unlikely. The MSCI All Country World Index fell 4% from its high, with S&P 500 down 0.4% YTD amid Middle East conflict fears.Source 1 Robust earnings growth in US and emerging markets expected to limit deeper declines.Source 1

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M&A Volume Projected to Surge 20% in 2026

Investment banks like Morgan Stanley forecast 20% growth in global M&A deal volume for 2026, fueled by lower rates and 'animal spirits'. Tech leads with Alphabet's $32B Wiz acquisition and Netflix's $82.7B bid for Warner Bros. Discovery.Source 4 Healthcare sees big deals like Abbott's $23.5B Exact Sciences buy.Source 4

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Thoma Bravo Acquires WWEX Group

Thoma Bravo to acquire WWEX Group, a 3PL provider, and merge with portfolio company Auctane. Deal from investors including CVC; expected close Q2 2026 pending approvals.Source 6 Enhances shipping and fulfillment solutions via brands like ShipStation.Source 6

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Arrive Announces Intent to Acquire Passport

Mobility platform Arrive intends to acquire Passport, unifying enforcement capabilities. Announced March 4, 2026, to strengthen global mobility services.Source 10 Part of ongoing consolidation in tech-enabled services.Source 10

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Gold Strike Announces $15M Financing and Quartz Claim Purchase

Gold Strike secures $15M bought-deal financing and strategic quartz claim acquisition, creating one of largest land positions in Yukon’s Tombstone Gold Belt. Announced March 3, 2026.Source 2 Bolsters mining exploration efforts.Source 2

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3iQ Closes Transaction with Coincheck Group

3iQ completes previously announced deal with Coincheck Group N.V., advancing institutional digital asset solutions. Closed March 2, 2026.Source 2 Strengthens global crypto investment offerings.Source 2

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Cellebrite Acquires Drone Forensics Leader SCG Canada

Cellebrite finalizes acquisition of SCG Canada, enhancing AI-powered digital investigative solutions. Closed March 2, 2026.Source 2 Targets public and private sector forensics needs.Source 2

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Efor Acquires DynamixE to Expand in North America

Life sciences quality firm Efor buys US-based DynamixE, boosting North American presence. Announced March 2, 2026.Source 2 Focuses on compliance for pharmaceuticals.Source 2

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Swiss SMEs See Strong M&A Rebound in 2025

Swiss small and medium enterprises recorded 208 M&A transactions in 2025, a significant increase. Reported March 4, 2026.Source 13 Signals renewed deal activity post-downturn.Source 13

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DLA Piper Bolsters M&A Team with Michael Patrone

Law firm DLA Piper hires M&A partner Michael Patrone in New York, strengthening corporate practice. Announced March 3, 2026; follows recent partner additions.Source 8 Enhances dealmaking capabilities amid M&A surge.Source 8

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Englobe Acquires Applied Aquatic Research

Englobe Corporation strategically acquires AAR, expanding environmental services. Announced March 3, 2026.Source 2 Supports infrastructure and remediation expertise.Source 2

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KPMG Tops Canadian M&A Advisor Rankings for 2025

KPMG Corporate Finance ranked #1 M&A advisor in Canada by LSEG with 65 deals in 2025. Highlights strong performance in mergers market.Source 12 Positions firm for continued leadership.Source 12