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RocketBoots Secures A$7 Million for Global Expansion
RocketBoots Limited (ASX: ROC) raised A$7 million via placement at $0.25 per share from sophisticated investors to fund international expansion and working capital. The funds will accelerate its global enterprise pipeline and deploy AI-driven loss-prevention platform following a major retailer contract. A director will participate subject to approval.
Kimberly-Clark to Acquire Kenvue in $48.7 Billion Deal
Kimberly-Clark agreed to buy Kenvue in a cash and stock transaction valued at $48.7 billion, marking the largest U.S. strategic deal in November. This reflects rising global M&A values up 40% year-over-year. Software leads U.S. M&A by deal count.
Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Acquires Sealed Air for $10.3 Billion
Private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice will acquire Sealed Air in an all-cash deal worth $10.3 billion, the top U.S. sponsor transaction. Inbound U.S. M&A value dropped 46% in November but remains above averages. UK acquirers led inbound deals.
Global M&A Hits $463.6 Billion in December, Up 30% YoY
Mergers and acquisitions announced this month total $463.6 billion, a 30% increase from last year, fueling a holiday frenzy for bankers. Key deals include IBM's $11B Confluent buy and Trump Media's $6B merger with TAE Technologies. Wall Street expects more closures before year-end.
Paramount Skydance Bids for Warner Bros Discovery with $40B Guarantee
Larry Ellison guarantees $40 billion in Paramount Skydance's hostile bid for Warner Bros Discovery after board rejection. This escalates a bidding war with Netflix amid media sector consolidation. Trump Media announced $6B merger days prior.
TikTok US Operations Sold to Investors Led by Larry Ellison
ByteDance signed a deal to sell TikTok's US operations to a group led by Larry Ellison, with a new US company monitoring the algorithm. This addresses regulatory concerns over Chinese ownership. Deal terms ensure US oversight.
Energy M&A Soars to $142 Billion in 2025 on Utility Deals
Energy sector deals reached nearly $142 billion from Nov 2024-Nov 2025, driven by utility and IPP mergers like Constellation's $29B Calpine buy. Surge tied to electrification and data center demand. Renewables deals slowed in number but doubled in value.
UnitedHealth Completes $3.3 Billion Amedisys Acquisition
UnitedHealth Group finalized its $3.3 billion purchase of home health provider Amedisys on Aug. 14, 2025. Healthcare M&A remains active amid sector consolidation. Other deals include Astrana's $708M Prospect Health buy.
Ferrero to Acquire WK Kellogg for $3.1 Billion
Nutella maker Ferrero will buy WK Kellogg for $3.1 billion, part of major food and beverage M&A in 2025. Corporate spinoffs enable bigger players like Mars. Sales sluggishness drives portfolio adjustments.
Pfizer in Up to $10 Billion Acquisition of Metsera
Pfizer pursued up to $10 billion acquisition of Metsera, earning lawyer Kling M&A MVP recognition from Law360. Other advised deals include Janus Henderson's $7.4B buy and PGA Tour transaction. Highlights legal prowess in big pharma M&A.
Clearwater Analytics Bought for $8.4 Billion by PE Firms
Permira and Warburg Pincus-led private equity group to acquire investment software maker Clearwater Analytics for $8.4 billion including debt. Adds to broad-based M&A activity across sectors. Bankers working holidays to close deals.
ISDA Notes Federal Holidays Won't Disrupt Derivatives Markets
December 24 and 26, 2025, designated US federal holidays but remain business days for NYC, government securities, and NY Fed under ISDA definitions. No impact on USD floating rate benchmarks. ISDA updated digital asset matrix.