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US-China Trade Talks Open in Paris Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
Representatives from Beijing and Washington, led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, began economic and trade talks in Paris on Sunday. These meetings aim to pave the way for President Trump's upcoming state visit to Beijing from March 31 to April 2, amid ongoing tensions over tariffs and the Iran conflict.
Paramount Skydance Proposes $111 Billion Acquisition of Warner Bros.
LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath called for an economic impact study on Paramount Skydance's proposed $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., including HBO and CNN. Concerns include high debt loads, potential layoffs, reduced competition, and effects on the entertainment workforce, with a hearing set for March 17.
Bank First Corp Announces Historical Merger with Denmark Bancshares
Bank First Corporation signed a $119 million merger agreement with Denmark Bancshares, Inc., allowing shareholders to choose cash or stock options. The deal expands Bank First's footprint in Northeast Wisconsin, boosting combined assets to $3.6 billion upon completion in early Q3 2022.
Bank First Reports Strong Q3 Results with Net Interest Income Growth
Bank First's net interest income rose to $22.9 million in Q3, with a net interest margin of 3.84% and total assets reaching $2.64 billion, driven by acquisitions. The bank declared a quarterly dividend of $0.21 per share, payable January 6, 2021.
Bank First Completes Acquisition of Centre 1 Bancorp
Bank First finalized its acquisition of Centre 1 Bancorp, parent of The First National Bank and Trust Company, expanding into Wisconsin and Illinois. The transaction adds trust and wealth management capabilities and increases the asset base.
Healthcare Sector Sees 102 M&A Deals Announced Year-to-Date
The healthcare sector has recorded 102 mergers and acquisitions so far this year, as per the latest M&A update for the week of March 2, 2026. This reflects ongoing consolidation trends in the industry.
TPG Invests €65M in French Education Group Healthacademia
US private equity firm TPG invested €65 million in Healthacademia, owner of Spanish MIR exam school AMIR, valuing the group at €445 million. Healthacademia generates €28 million in EBITDA, highlighting cross-border education sector deals.
Bank First Implements Empowered Core Banking Platform
Bank First successfully rolled out the Empowered Core banking platform by UFS to support growth, digital banking, and acquisition integrations. This technology upgrade enhances operational efficiency for the expanding institution.
Integrasys Expands in Defence Sector Amid M&A Activity
Spanish firm Integrasys, specializing in defence and aerospace, is experiencing strategic growth as space becomes a key domain and governments prioritize technological sovereignty. Recent M&A trends in security sectors underscore this transformation.
LA County to Assess Warner Bros. Merger's Workforce Impact
County officials will evaluate the Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. deal's effects on jobs and competition, submitting antitrust comments to the DOJ. Programs like High Road Training Partnership aim to support displaced entertainment workers.
Stock Market News Feed Reports No New Updates for March 15
Today's stock news page shows zero new publications on mergers, FDA approvals, or corporate actions as of March 15, 2026. Investors are advised to monitor for updates on market-moving developments.
M&A Activity Rises in Spain with 160 Operations Last Year
Spain saw over 160 M&A operations valued at approximately €2.8 billion, with 50% cross-border, spanning sectors like financial services and healthcare. IMAP Albia Capital highlights strong global transaction volumes.