BlackRock, Apollo Exclusive: New Amazon Aggregator Merger Explained
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BlackRock and Apollo Global Management are finalizing plans to finance the merger of two major Amazon aggregators, Branded and Heyday, into a new company named Essor, meaning “take flight” in French. This move comes in response to the fading e-commerce boom that marked the pandemic era, signaling a shift towards consolidation in the sector. The […]
Morgan Stanley, Deloitte: Advisory on Zomato’s $244m Acquisition of the Entertainment Ticketing Business
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Morgan Stanley and Deloitte have taken center stage as the advisory maestros in Zomato’s strategic acquisition of Blinkit, a prominent player in the entertainment ticketing sector, for $244 million. This move marks Zomato’s ambitious
Bank of America Exclusive: Introducing the New Head of TMT Investment Banking
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Bank of America has announced Kevin Brunner as the new head of its Global Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) Investment Banking division. This key appointment was revealed in an internal memo and marks a significant leadership reshuffle within the company. Brunner, who is based in
Piper Sandler Exclusive: Advisory on Enterprise’s Acquisition of Piñon Midstream for $950m
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Piper Sandler has played a pivotal role as the financial advisor in the acquisition of Piñon Midstream by Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE: EPD), a deal valued at $950 million. This all-cash, debt-free transaction will see Enterprise, a major player in midstream energy services, enhance its operations in the Delaware Basin, an area rich in […]
Brookfield Asset Management: Seeking Banks to Support €9.5 Billion Debt for Potential Grifols SA Take-Private Deal
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Brookfield Asset Management is in talks with banks to secure up to €9.5 billion in financing. This funding aims to support its potential acquisition and debt refinancing of Grifols SA, a leading Spanish pharmaceutical firm. Sources close to the deal,
Goldman Sachs Alternatives: Leading £750 Million Private Credit Funding for Environmental Advisory Firm
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Goldman Sachs Alternatives is spearheading a significant private credit deal, channeling approximately £750 million into SLR Consulting, a leading environmental advisory firm. This funding is part of a growing trend where financial giants are increasingly involved in substantial debt financing operations. SLR Consulting, based in the
Houlihan Lokey Exclusive: Acquisition of Waller Helms Advisor
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Houlihan Lokey, a prominent global investment bank, has announced its acquisition of Waller Helms Advisors, enhancing its expertise in the insurance and wealth management sectors. The deal, signed on August 6, 2024, is set to finalize by year-end, pending regulatory nods. Waller Helms, a Chicago-based advisory
JPMorgan Exclusive: Introducing the New Global ETF Head
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JP Morgan has elevated Travis Spence to head its global exchange-traded fund (ETF) division, managing a robust $190 billion portfolio. Spence, who has been with the company for over 20 years, will handle everything from product development to distribution, operating out of London. This move is part of
Citi, Lazard: Advisory on Mars’ Massive $36bn Acquisition of Kellanova
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Citi has taken a leading role as financial advisor in Mars, Incorporated’s monumental $35.9 billion acquisition of Kellanova, marking a significant reshaping of the global snacking industry. Under the definitive agreement, Kellanova shareholders are set to receive $83.50 per share in cash. This valuation represents a 44%
EQT Exclusive: Plans to Raise $12.5 Billion for Next Asia Fund
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EQT is gearing up to secure $12.5 billion for its upcoming Asia-focused investment fund, aiming to create one of the largest private equity pools in the region. Established in 2022 after acquiring Baring Private Equity Asia for $7.5 billion, EQT Private Capital Asia is led by former Baring CEO Jean Eric Salata. The target amount […]