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ADP Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results
ADP (Nasdaq: ADP), a global HR and payroll leader, announced its Q2 fiscal 2026 financial results via an earnings release on its investor site and SEC Form 8-K. The company scheduled a conference call for analysts at 8:30 a.m. ET today, webcast live with slides available. ADP serves over 1.1 million clients in 140+ countries with AI-driven HR solutions.
Capital One to Acquire Brex in $5.15 Billion Landmark Deal
Capital One is set to buy fintech Brex in a $5.15 billion transaction, marking a pivotal move in corporate finance. The deal is highlighted among January's top fintech M&A activities. It reflects aggressive expansion in digital banking services.
SM Energy and Civitas Stockholders Approve Merger
SM Energy (NYSE: SM) and Civitas Resources (NYSE: CIVI) stockholders overwhelmingly approved their all-stock merger, with 97.7% Civitas support. The deal is expected to close January 30, creating a leading U.S. shale oil and gas firm. Executives highlighted enhanced scale, synergies, and free cash flow.
La Bevanda Holdings Acquires Puerto de Indias Gin
La Bevanda Holdings, parent of Licores de Guatemala, agreed to buy 100% of Spanish gin brand Puerto de Indias from HIG Capital's Luxembourg affiliate. Advised by Greenberg Traurig, the deal expands its premium spirits portfolio globally. Closure is anticipated by end of January pending approvals.
IonQ Buys SkyWater for $1.8 Billion in 2026 M&A
Quantum computing firm IonQ acquired SkyWater Technology for $1.8 billion, tracked in 2026's broadband and tech M&A. This deal advances semiconductor capabilities for quantum applications. It follows private equity's $1.5B WOW! acquisition on January 1.
U.S. M&A Activity Rises 4.8% in December 2025
U.S. mergers and acquisitions saw 1,146 announcements in December 2025, up 4.8% from November's 1,094, with increased aggregate spending. FactSet's monthly review highlights sustained deal momentum into 2026. This trend supports ongoing corporate consolidation.