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Ecolab completes acquisition of Ovivo’s electronics ultrapure water business
Ecolab announced it has closed its previously announced acquisition of Ovivo’s electronics ultrapure water business, expanding its offerings in semiconductor and electronics services and integrating Ovivo’s customer contracts and operations into Ecolab’s portfolio, according to a Business Wire deal release today.
BC Partners takes strategic stake in Fortidia to accelerate global growth
Private equity firm BC Partners announced a strategic partnership and investment in Fortidia, with Fortidia’s CEO retaining a significant stake; the deal aims to scale Fortidia’s route-based services and pursue international expansion subject to regulatory approvals.
BBVA-led $30m Series A backs Olea to scale digital trade finance
Digital trade finance platform Olea raised US$30 million in a Series A round led by BBVA to invest in AI, Web3 readiness and expand into high-growth corridors; existing investors SC Ventures and XDC Network also participated.
US warns of retaliation over proposed EU digital services tax plan
US officials have threatened retaliation against the European Union’s proposed digital services tax plan, signaling escalating transatlantic tensions over digital taxation and potential trade countermeasures.
Nomura Asset Management lists new EURO STOXX 50 and DAX ETFs on TSE
Nomura Asset Management listed new ETFs designed to track EURO STOXX 50® JPY TTM and DAX® JPY TTM on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, broadening investor access to European equity benchmarks in yen terms.
Earnings: Lennar to report Q4 and fiscal 2025 results and host webcast
Homebuilder Lennar Corporation announced it will broadcast its fourth-quarter and fiscal 2025 earnings call today, highlighting integration of Rausch Coleman Homes and discussing market conditions and strategic positioning.
M&A roundup: multiple mid-market deal announcements on Dec 16
Business Wire’s M&A feed reports several transactions including Ecolab’s close, formation of Veridian Service Partners by Crux Capital, and other strategic acquisitions and unsolicited proposals across sectors, signaling active mid-market dealmaking.
Fortidia–BC Partners deal cited as ‘defensive growth’ play in route-based services
BC Partners described the Fortidia investment as a ‘defensive growth’ opportunity in a fragmented route-based services market, citing Fortidia’s global network, resilience, and potential for M&A-driven expansion.
Leo International Precision Health completes initial portfolio stake acquisitions
Leo International Precision Health AG reported completion of acquisitions of stakes in its first six portfolio companies, valuing the portfolio at about EUR 108 million as part of its precision-health roll-up strategy.
Publishing sector M&A review: 2025 saw modest deal activity, notable closures
Publishers Lunch’s year-in-review notes 2025 was muted for large publishing M&A, with industry disruption marked by major closures (Baker & Taylor winding down, Diamond Comics bankruptcy sale) and few blockbuster acquisitions.
Industry briefing: stablecoins and the GENIUS Act discussed with IACPM members
A Mayer Brown event highlighted why stablecoins and the GENIUS Act matter to the International Association of Credit Portfolio Managers, underscoring regulatory developments affecting corporate treasury, payments and fintech risk frameworks.