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📅January 13, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Earnings season kicks off with JPMorgan and Delta reports amid bank mergers, airline combinations, and active M&A in energy, health, and creator sectors.
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JPMorgan Chase Reports Q4 Earnings Before Market Open

JPMorgan Chase, the largest US bank, releases fourth-quarter earnings focusing on net interest income, loan volumes, provisions for losses, and investment banking results amid high interest rates. Investors watch for the bank's 2026 economic outlook, which could benchmark financial markets. Strong figures may signal Wall Street resilience despite M&A and IPO declines.Source 1

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Delta Air Lines Earnings Set Tone for Airline Sector

Delta reports profitability and 2026 revenue outlook before market open, potentially supporting airlines if optimistic on business travel. Cautious views on costs could restrain sector performance. Results come as US earnings season begins, influencing S&P 500 sentiment.Source 1

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TowneBank Completes $476M Acquisition of Dogwood State Bank

Suffolk-based TowneBank finalized its $476 million purchase of North Carolina's Dogwood State Bank, expanding to 70+ locations across three states with $22B assets. Dogwood operates as a division until November integration; former CEO joins TowneBank leadership. This follows recent acquisitions cementing TowneBank's regional dominance.Source 6

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Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines Announce Merger

Allegiant Air (ALGT) and Sun Country Airlines (SNCY) revealed a definitive merger on January 11, creating a leading leisure-focused US airline. The deal aims to boost competitiveness in the airline industry. Announced via PRNewswire from Las Vegas and Minneapolis.Source 8

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Fagron Completes Acquisition of University Compounding Pharmacy

Fagron acquired California-based University Compounding Pharmacy (UCP) for ~$41.5M enterprise value, adding $25M annual revenue in health and wellness compounding. Strengthens US footprint in regulated California market with synergies expected in 18-24 months. Part of 14 recent global acquisitions.Source 10

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Eisai and Nuvation Bio Sign Exclusive Licensing Deal for Taletrectinib

Eisai entered an exclusive licensing agreement with Nuvation Bio for Taletrectinib in Europe and select countries outside US, China, Japan. The deal expands access to the lung cancer therapy. Announced in Eisai's 2026 news release.Source 9

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CommScope Divests Connectivity and Cable Solutions Business

CommScope completed the sale of its Connectivity and Cable Solutions unit, which will rename to Vistance Networks effective January 14. The divestiture refocuses CommScope's portfolio. Brand and operations transition as announced.Source 14

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Mirion Technologies Acquires Paragon Energy Solutions for $585M

Mirion Technologies (MIR) bought nuclear energy tech provider Paragon Energy Solutions for $585 million on December 1, 2025. Part of surging sustainable energy M&A activity. Enhances Mirion's nuclear technology offerings.Source 2

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Bending Spoons Acquires Vimeo for $1.38 Billion

Italian tech firm Bending Spoons acquired publicly traded video platform Vimeo for $1.38B, taking it private. One of creator economy's biggest 2025 deals amid heating M&A. Publicis Groupe also bought influencer platforms Captiv8 and BR Media.Source 4

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Paramount Advances $30/Share All-Cash Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount updates WBD shareholders on pushing its superior $30 per share offer, planning director nominations and bylaw amendments against Netflix deal. Files suit for disclosure to aid informed decisions. Intends to block WBD-Netflix merger dated December 4, 2025.Source 13

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Digital Health M&A Surges 61% to 195 Deals in 2025

Digital health saw $14.2B funding and 195 M&A deals in 2025, up 61% from 2024, with digital firms as top acquirers at 66%. AI companies captured most dollars at JPM26 conference. Reflects rebound in health tech investments.Source 12

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Life Sciences M&A Rebounds with Big Pharma Deals in 2025

Life sciences mergers surged in 2025 as pharma and med-tech firms pursued large deals to bolster pipelines. Activity rebounded forcefully after prior slowdowns. Highlights industry shift to aggressive expansion.Source 15