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SoftBank Completes $22.5 Billion Additional Investment in OpenAI
SoftBank Group Corp. announced the completion of an additional $22.5 billion investment in OpenAI on December 26, 2025, fulfilling its $40 billion commitment from March 2025. This brings SoftBank's aggregate ownership in OpenAI to approximately 11%, with third-party co-investors participating. The investment underscores ongoing AI sector funding amid global market transformations.
Abbott to Acquire Exact Sciences in $21 Billion Medtech Deal
Abbott announced plans to acquire Exact Sciences for $21 billion, marking one of the biggest medtech M&A deals of 2025. This acquisition highlights consolidation in the medical technology sector. Other major deals include Hologic's $18.3 billion private equity buyout and BD's sale of its Biosciences unit.
Kioxia Shares Surge 540% on AI-Driven Memory Demand
Japanese memory chip maker Kioxia Holdings Corp saw its shares rise about 540% in 2025, topping the MSCI World Index and Japan's TOPIX, fueled by AI data storage demand. Clients include Apple and Microsoft; the company is now valued at ÂĄ5.7 trillion (US$36.6 billion). Analysts forecast rising NAND flash prices due to supply crunches.
Nvidia Strikes Licensing Deal with AI Startup Groq
Nvidia agreed to a licensing deal with AI startup Groq, integrating its chip design into future products and hiring top Groq executives, including the CEO. Groq will remain independent with a new CEO. This bolsters Nvidia's AI dominance, with its market cap exceeding $5 trillion in 2025.
AT&T Subsidiary Forged Fiber Acquires Lumen Assets for $5.75 Billion
AT&T's Forged Fiber 37 LLC acquired substantially all fiber internet assets from Lumen Technologies for $5.75 billion, the largest Louisiana M&A deal of 2025. This expands AT&T's national broadband footprint. Louisiana saw 201 M&A deals, driven by energy and infrastructure.
Harbour Energy to Buy LLOG Exploration for $3.2 Billion
Harbour Energy announced the pending acquisition of Covington-based LLOG Exploration, a major Gulf of Mexico operator, for $3.2 billion in December 2025. This reflects strong interest in Louisiana's energy sector. M&A activity accelerated in the second half of 2025 with lower rates.
Optum Finalizes $3.3 Billion Acquisition of Amedisys
UnitedHealth Group's Optum completed its $3.3 billion acquisition of Amedisys, solidifying its position as a top home health and hospice provider after the 2023 LHC Group deal. This was a key hospice M&A milestone in 2025. Hospice deal activity ramped up in Q4.
OceanFirst and Flushing Financial Announce Merger with $225M Warburg Investment
OceanFirst Financial Corp. and Flushing Financial Corporation revealed a merger agreement, backed by a $225 million strategic investment from Warburg Pincus. The deal is expected to close in Q2 2026 pending approvals. A conference call was held on December 30, 2025.
Pharma M&A Spend Tops $150 Billion in 2025
Pharmaceutical M&A activity exceeded $150 billion in 2025, surpassing 2024 levels, focused on protecting against upcoming patent cliffs. Deals reported by The Pharma Letter drove industry consolidation. This reflects strategic acquisitions amid R&D pressures.
Cybersecurity M&A Hits $84 Billion with 8 Deals Over $1 Billion
Cybersecurity saw over $84 billion in disclosed M&A value in 2025, with 8 deals surpassing $1 billion, accounting for nearly $75 billion. This surge indicates robust sector investment. Total deals underscore growing demand for security tech.
Prada Acquires Versace for €1.25 Billion
Prada completed its €1.25 billion acquisition of Versace in December 2025, consolidating Italian luxury heritage brands. This ranks among the year's biggest fashion M&A shake-ups. It signals ongoing luxury sector consolidation.
Ooma Acquires FluentStream and Phone.com
Ooma, Inc., a smart communications platform, acquired FluentStream Corp. and Phone.com, enhancing its enterprise-grade business phone services. The deal strengthens Ooma's position in business communications. No financial details were disclosed.