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Honda to Make Astemo a Consolidated Subsidiary
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced it will acquire an additional 21% of Astemo shares from Hitachi, Ltd., making the affiliate a consolidated subsidiary to boost software-defined vehicle development. This move follows a 2023 restructuring with JICC holding 20%, aiming to enhance AI and software capabilities amid industry shifts toward SDVs.
The acquisition is set for Q1 FY2026 pending approvals, while considering a future IPO.
Global M&A Hits $4.5 Trillion in 2025, Second-Highest Ever
Mergers and acquisitions reached about $4.5 trillion globally this year, up 40%, driven by ambitious tie-ups and friendlier regulators. Blockbuster deals include Netflix's Warner Bros. purchase and others like Union Pacific's $80B+ Norfolk Southern acquisition.
Experts cite rate cuts and liquidity as fueling a multi-year window for big dreams.
Netflix Purchases Warner Bros. in Major Media Deal
Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. caps a banner M&A year, alongside Paramount Skydance's bid and Middle East investments. The deal reflects renewed desire for transformative combinations amid Trump's dealmaking influence.
Technology and AI sectors led with record transactions.
Union Pacific Acquires Norfolk Southern for Over $80 Billion
Union Pacific Corp. bought rival Norfolk Southern Corp. in a deal exceeding $80 billion including debt, reshaping rail operations. This is among 2025's largest, highlighting mega-mergers in infrastructure.
Global transaction values surged due to such blockbusters.
Electronic Arts Subject to Record Leveraged Buyout
Video game maker Electronic Arts Inc. underwent the year's record leveraged buyout, part of tech's standout M&A activity. AI investments like OpenAI's funding from SoftBank and Nvidia also dominated.
Sector notched record deals across public and private markets.
Anglo American Takes Over Teck Resources in Mining Reshape
Anglo American Plc. acquired Teck Resources Ltd., transforming global mining in one of 2025's biggest deals over $30B. Such combinations chase ultra-ambitious strategies amid AI equity returns.
JPMorgan notes AI spend sustainability concerns.
Alphabet Acquires Wiz for $32 Billion in AI Cybersecurity
Google parent Alphabet Inc. bought cybersecurity startup Wiz Inc. for $32 billion to bolster AI-era safeguards. This framed as enhancing customer protections amid tech M&A boom.
Includes major infrastructure deals like $40B Aligned Data Centers.
US Government Takes 10% Stake in Intel for Chip Boost
The US took a roughly 10% stake in Intel Corp. to reinvigorate the company and boost domestic chip manufacturing. An unconventional White House move extending tech M&A trends.
Part of broader AI and tech transaction records.
Baker Tilly to Acquire Berkowitz Pollack Brant Advisors
Baker Tilly announced plans to acquire Florida's Berkowitz Pollack Brant Advisors + CPAs, expanding Southeast and East Coast presence. One of the state's largest accounting firms, enhancing advisory capabilities.
Deal underscores accounting sector consolidation.
Bass, Berry & Sims Wins M&A Atlas Awards for Key Deals
Bass, Berry & Sims earned awards for Cross Border M&A (Hibbett by JD Sports for $1.1B), US Buyout (LFM Capital's automation platform), and FinTech (i3 Verticals sale for $440M). Recognized at Global M&A Network's 2025 event in NYC.
Highlights PE and M&A excellence through mid-2025.
Crane Harbor Acquisition Corp. II Upsizes IPO Pricing
Crane Harbor Acquisition Corp. II priced an upsized IPO with units listing on Nasdaq under 'CRANU' starting December 16, 2025. Supports special purpose acquisition company activities in corporate space.
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