Mergers & Acquisitions

GALLS To Buy Phoenix Safety Outfitters

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

GALLS, a leading supplier of uniforms and tactical gear for public safety and military professionals, has acquired Phoenix Safety Outfitters, based in Springfield, Ohio. Phoenix is known for its high-quality fire personal protective equipment (PPE), uniforms, and services, further enhancing GALLS' commitment to America's first responders.

Sovos Buying IRIS’ APAC Tax Technology Business

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Sovos, a leading provider of tax compliance solutions, has announced its acquisition of the Tax Technology ASP business unit from IRIS Business Services, a global regtech company based in the Asia Pacific region.

Provana To Buy MEG Business Management

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Provana, a provider of tech-enabled managed services, has strengthened its capabilities in healthcare administration by acquiring MEG Business Management. This acquisition underscores Provana's dedication to empowering healthcare providers, particularly in the physical therapy sector, with AI-driven technology and cost-effective solutions for comprehensive business management and revenue cycle services.

Emerald To Buy Generis Group, Advancing Growth In Executive-Level Summits

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Emerald Holding, a top operator of B2B events, has acquired Generis Group, a Toronto-based leader in executive summits. This acquisition strengthens Emerald's portfolio by adding Generis's successful one-to-one meeting format, which is known for its high customer satisfaction and business impact.

AV Systems Integrator Kinly Merging With Yorktel

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Yorktel, a New Jersey-based AV systems integrator and managed services provider, is merging with Kinly, an AV and UC&C integration firm from Amsterdam.

FMS Solutions To Buy Merchants Accounting Services And AMP Services

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

FMS Solutions, a leading business process outsourcing provider, has expanded into the restaurant accounting sector by acquiring Merchants Accounting Services (MAS) and AMP Services.

Ecolab To Buy Ovivo’s Electronics Ultra-Pure Water Business In $1.8 Billion Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Ecolab, a leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ovivo's Electronics business. This strategic acquisition will enhance Ecolab’s high-tech growth initiatives by integrating Ovivo's advanced technologies into Ecolab’s extensive portfolio of water solutions, digital platforms, and global service network.

AAR To Buy Aerostrat For $15 Million

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

AAR, a leading aviation services provider for commercial and government operators, has acquired Aerostrat, a company specializing in long-range maintenance planning software, for $15 million, with the potential for an additional $5 million. This acquisition bolsters AAR's software capabilities and strengthens its position in the aviation software market.

Hubbell Buying DMC Power For $825 Million In Cash

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Hubbell, a global manufacturer of utility and electrical solutions, has agreed to acquire DMC Power, a provider of connectors and tooling for the utility substation and transmission markets. Valued at $825 million in cash, the acquisition is expected to enhance Hubbell's position in the utility power infrastructure market.

Prometheus Retail Solutions Buys Assets From PackagingARTS

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Prometheus Retail Solutions, a leader in custom displays and in-store marketing, has announced the acquisition of PackagingARTS' value-added packaging and retail display division. Founded in 1995, PackagingARTS is a creative partner known for its premium packaging solutions for the wine, spirits, and consumer packaged goods (CPG) sectors.

Merit Financial Advisors Onboards $225 Million Team

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Merit Financial Advisors, a Georgia-based financial advisory firm specializing in financial planning and wealth management solutions for high-net-worth individuals, families, and those navigating life transitions, announced today that it has acquired a specialized team from Second Half Financial Partners. The acquisition marks Merit's fifth office in Florida, adding $225 million in assets.

Cohen Buying Accounting Firm Gioffre & Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Gioffre & Company, an accounting firm based in Westchester with over 50 years of experience, has merged with Cohen & Co, a leading tax and accounting firm in the United States.

ClariMed Acquiring Consultancy We Are Human

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

ClariMed, a recognized leader in human-centered medical device development and regulatory services, has announced the acquisition of We Are Human, a consultancy operating across the UK and US with expertise in user-focused design, human factors research, and medical technology innovation.

Echo Global Logistics To Buy FreightSaver

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Echo Global Logistics, a leading provider of technology-driven transportation and supply chain management services, has announced its acquisition of FreightSaver, an innovative third-party logistics (3PL) provider based in Huntington Beach, California.

Maridea Wealth Management Buying Colorado-Based Hoot

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Maridea Wealth Management has acquired Hoot Wealth, a Colorado advisory firm led by Nick Crow and Bryan Hinmon.

Datasite to Buy Data Sourcing Company Sourcescrub

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Datasite, a global SaaS provider for M&A workflow automation, has acquired Sourcescrub, a deal-sourcing data company, from Francisco Partners.

Doximity Buying Pathway In $63 Million Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Doximity has acquired Montreal-based Pathway Medical Inc., a startup specialising in medical AI and clinical reference.

Centerbridge Partners To Buy MeridianLink For $2 Billion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

MeridianLink has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by funds advised by affiliates of Centerbridge Partners in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $2 billion. Following the completion of the transaction, MeridianLink will become a privately held company.

Smart Communications Buying Intelligent Orchestration Company Pendula

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Smart Communications, a technology leader in regulated industries, announced its acquisition of Pendula, a provider of intelligent orchestration and digital delivery solutions. Pendula’s platform enhances customer engagement by enabling personalized, cross-channel interactions.

Western Union To Buy International Money Express In $500 Million Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 12, 2025

Western Union will acquire International Money Express (Intermex) for $16 per share in cash, valuing the deal at about $500 million.

iQor Buys JumpCrew For Expanding CXBPO Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 11, 2025

iQor CXBPO has acquired JumpCrew, a leading provider of outsourced B2B sales and marketing solutions, to broaden its tech-enabled customer experience services. The move strengthens iQor’s position as a full-service CX partner by integrating lead generation, sales, content creation, and RevOps automation.

Cloud Software Group To Buy Arctera

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 11, 2025

Cloud Software Group will acquire Arctera, a global data management company formed in 2024 from Veritas’ Enterprise Data Protection business and Cohesity, from Carlyle-affiliated funds. Financial terms were not disclosed.

MasterBrand: $3.6 Billion Merger With American Woodmark

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 10, 2025

MasterBrand and American Woodmark Corporation have signed an agreement for an all-stock merger, creating a company with a combined equity value of $ 2.4 billion and an enterprise value of $3.6 billion. American Woodmark shareholders will receive 5.150 shares of MasterBrand for each share they own. Following the merger, MasterBrand shareholders will hold 63% of the combined company, while American Woodmark shareholders will own 37%.

PartnerOne Acquires Workforce Technology Provider Monster Government Solutions

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 10, 2025

PartnerOne has acquired Monster Government Solutions, a major provider of workforce technology for government organisations. For over 24 years, MonsterGov has helped public sector entities match skilled professionals with appropriate roles, serving federal, state, and local agencies.

Alcon To Buy STAAR Surgical In $1.5 Billion Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 10, 2025

Alcon has announced a definitive agreement to acquire STAAR Surgical Company, maker of the EVO Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) for vision correction in patients with moderate to high myopia, including astigmatism.

Ripple To Buy Stablecoin Payments Company Rail For $200 Million

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 10, 2025

Ripple has agreed to acquire Rail, a stablecoin-powered payments platform, for $200 million. This move enhances Ripple's position in digital asset payment infrastructure by adding Rail’s virtual accounts and automated back-office capabilities.

HistoSonics: Univ. Of Michigan Spin-Out Sells Majority Stake In $2.25 Billion Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 10, 2025

HistoSonics, creator of the Edison Histotripsy System, has been acquired in a majority stake deal by global investors including K5 Global, Bezos Expeditions, and Wellington Management, valuing the company at $2.25 billion. Additional investors include Alpha JWC Ventures, Alpha Wave Ventures, Johnson & Johnson - JJDC, Inc., and others.

Barings And Brennan Create Industrial Outdoor Storage JV

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 10, 2025

Barings has announced a joint venture with Brennan Investment Group to acquire $150 million in Industrial Outdoor Storage (IOS) assets, starting with a two-building, 4.75-acre property in Denver, CO.

Ryan Acquires LHL Property Auditors

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 9, 2025

Ryan, a global tax services and software provider, has acquired LHL Property Auditors Ltd, a UK boutique firm specializing in business rates reliefs and exemptions.

S2 Capital To Buy Fort Capital

By Amit Chowdhry ● Aug 9, 2025

S2 Capital, a national vertically integrated real estate investment manager, has announced its acquisition of Fort Capital, a Texas-based industrial real estate owner and operator. This acquisition expands S2's investment platform to include a new wholly owned industrial vertical with 11 million square feet and a 50-person investment team.

Mergers & Acquisitions

GALLS To Buy Phoenix Safety Outfitters

Sovos Buying IRIS’ APAC Tax Technology Business

Provana To Buy MEG Business Management

Emerald To Buy Generis Group, Advancing Growth In Executive-Level Summits

AV Systems Integrator Kinly Merging With Yorktel

FMS Solutions To Buy Merchants Accounting Services And AMP Services

Ecolab To Buy Ovivo’s Electronics Ultra-Pure Water Business In $1.8 Billion Deal

AAR To Buy Aerostrat For $15 Million

Hubbell Buying DMC Power For $825 Million In Cash

Prometheus Retail Solutions Buys Assets From PackagingARTS

Merit Financial Advisors Onboards $225 Million Team

Cohen Buying Accounting Firm Gioffre & Company

ClariMed Acquiring Consultancy We Are Human

Echo Global Logistics To Buy FreightSaver

​Maridea Wealth Management Buying Colorado-Based Hoot

Datasite to Buy Data Sourcing Company Sourcescrub

Doximity Buying Pathway In $63 Million Deal

Centerbridge Partners To Buy MeridianLink For $2 Billion

Smart Communications Buying Intelligent Orchestration Company Pendula

Western Union To Buy International Money Express In $500 Million Deal

iQor Buys JumpCrew For Expanding CXBPO Capabilities

Cloud Software Group To Buy Arctera

MasterBrand: $3.6 Billion Merger With American Woodmark

PartnerOne Acquires Workforce Technology Provider Monster Government Solutions

Alcon To Buy STAAR Surgical In $1.5 Billion Deal

Ripple To Buy Stablecoin Payments Company Rail For $200 Million

HistoSonics: Univ. Of Michigan Spin-Out Sells Majority Stake In $2.25 Billion Deal

Barings And Brennan Create Industrial Outdoor Storage JV

Ryan Acquires LHL Property Auditors

S2 Capital To Buy Fort Capital

Maridea Wealth Management Buying Colorado-Based Hoot