Mergers & Acquisitions

International Paper: $360 Million Acquisition Of North Pacific Paper Company Expands West Coast Packaging Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

International Paper announced that it has completed its $360 million acquisition of North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC), a producer of lightweight recycled packaging papers based in Longview, Washington. The transaction brings NORPAC, previously a portfolio company of One Rock Capital Partners, into International Paper's growing packaging portfolio as the company continues its strategic transformation and expansion across North America.

Fivetran And dbt Labs Complete Merger To Build Trusted AI Data Infrastructure

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Fivetran announced the completion of its merger with dbt Labs, creating a combined company focused on delivering the data infrastructure needed to support trusted AI agents at scale. The all-stock transaction, which was originally announced in October 2025, brings together two leading data platforms that serve more than 100,000 data teams globally. The combined company will initially operate as Fivetran + dbt Labs, with George Fraser continuing as CEO and Tristan Handy serving as President.

Veolia Completes $3 Billion Clean Earth Acquisition, Doubling U.S. Hazardous Waste Business

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Veolia announced the completion of its $3 billion acquisition of Clean Earth, significantly expanding its hazardous waste management operations in the United States and strengthening its position as one of the world's leading environmental services providers.

RWT Capital Closes H2Oil Energy Sale To GFL Environmental Services Amid Energy M&A Surge

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

RWT Capital Corp., one of Canada's leading boutique M&A advisory firms, announced the successful sale of H2Oil Energy Inc. to GFL Environmental Services Inc. RWT Capital served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to H2Oil Energy throughout the transaction.

Decks & Docks Company Acquires J&W Lumber To Launch West Coast Expansion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Decks & Docks Company, a leading specialty distributor of composite decking and outdoor living building products, has announced the acquisition of J&W Lumber, a Southern California provider of premium outdoor building materials. The transaction marks Decks & Docks’ entry into the West Coast market and expands its geographic footprint through J&W’s six retail locations across Southern California.

ShipStation Global Completes WWEX Group And Auctane Merger To Create AI-Powered Logistics Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

WWEX Group and Auctane have completed their merger, creating ShipStation Global, a new logistics company that combines freight, parcel, and shipping technology services into a single platform. Backed by Thoma Bravo, with CVC Funds and other WWEX Group investors retaining a significant minority stake, the combined company aims to provide small and mid-sized businesses with enterprise-level logistics capabilities powered by artificial intelligence.

U.S. Bancorp Completes Acquisition Of BTIG

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

U.S. Bancorp announced that it has completed its acquisition of BTIG, LLC, effective June 1, 2026, adding a range of institutional capital markets capabilities that strengthen the company’s offerings for corporate and institutional clients.

26North Re To Acquire Independent Insurance Group, Entering U.S. Insurance Market

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

26North Reinsurance Holding Company announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Independent Insurance Group, LLC, the parent company of Independent Life Insurance Company, the only insurer exclusively focused on issuing structured settlement annuities for personal injury claimants and their families.

Winston Taylor Completes Historic Transatlantic Law Firm Combination

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Winston Taylor announced the completion of the combination between Winston & Strawn and Taylor Wessing’s U.K.-led business, officially launching as a single transatlantic law firm. The newly combined firm is designed to serve businesses, people, and markets driving capital formation and innovation across major global economies.

FNBO To Acquire $850 Million-Asset Blue Ridge Bank and Trust Co. in Missouri

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

First National of Nebraska, through its banking subsidiary FNBO (First National Bank of Omaha), announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Blue Ridge Bancshares, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary Blue Ridge Bank and Trust Co., headquartered in Independence, Missouri. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close before the end of 2026.

NexTel Medical Acquires JumpstartRx And NueVistraMed To Expand Telehealth Platform And Accelerate Maxasome Commercialization

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

NexTel Medical Corp. (formerly Exousia Pro, Inc.) announced that it has executed definitive purchase agreements to acquire telehealth and clinical solutions companies JumpstartRx and NueVistraMed. The transactions represent a significant step in NexTel’s growth strategy as the company seeks to expand its healthcare services footprint while creating a broader commercialization pathway for its proprietary exosome-based technologies.

XFolio AI Acquires Absolute Payment Solutions To Unify Treasury and Payments for UK Corporates

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Paris-based treasury and cash management technology company XFolio AI announced the acquisition of Absolute Payment Solutions (APS), a Pay.UK-accredited Bacs service provider in the United Kingdom. The deal creates an integrated platform that combines treasury management, Bacs processing, open banking, risk management, and multi-rail payments capabilities for businesses across the UK.

Cove Capital Investments Acquires Grocery-Anchored Shopping Center In Kentucky

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Cove Capital Investments announced the acquisition of a grocery-anchored retail shopping center in Princeton, Kentucky, expanding its portfolio of debt-free real estate investments. The property, located at 500 US Highway 62, encompasses approximately 72,013 square feet and is fully leased to a roster of nationally recognized tenants.

Micro Imaging Technology Acquires Cellmyx To Expand Regenerative Medicine And Medical Aesthetics Portfolio

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Micro Imaging Technology (MIT), a California-based public company trading under the symbol MMTC, announced the acquisition of Cellmyx, a company focused on regenerative medicine, cosmetic surgery, and adipose tissue transfer technologies. The transaction marks MIT’s latest move to build a broader platform in the aesthetics, cosmetic surgery, and regenerative medicine markets.

Jobsity Acquires Eureka Labs To Expand Nearshore Talent Network And AI Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Jobsity, a nearshore staffing and technology solutions company serving the U.S. market, announced the strategic acquisition of Eureka Labs, an Argentina-based AI-driven staff augmentation firm. The transaction expands Jobsity’s operational scale, client reach, and talent capabilities across Latin America while strengthening its position as a leading nearshore talent partner for U.S. businesses.

Huntsman Sells €42.5 Million Italian Automotive Aftermarket Business To Trelleborg Group

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Huntsman Corporation announced the sale of Huntsman Gomet, its Italy-based automotive aftermarket business, to Trelleborg Group for €42.5 million, approximately $50 million, subject to customary post-closing adjustments. The transaction represents another step in Huntsman's ongoing efforts to streamline its portfolio and strengthen its balance sheet.

Everything Branding Acquires Darlington Marketing Co.

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 5, 2026

Everything Branding, an award-winning public relations and performance marketing agency, announced the acquisition of Darlington Marketing Co. (DMC), a Southern California-based marketing agency specializing in the food, grocery, restaurant, retail, and consumer packaged goods sectors.

Cresset Onboards $1 Billion Wealth Advisor Ali Bathgate Hild

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

Cresset announced that Ali Bathgate Hild has joined the firm as a Managing Director in its Denver office, strengthening the firm’s capabilities in serving entrepreneurs, business owners, and ultra-high-net-worth families navigating liquidity events, wealth transitions, and multi-generational planning.

Pathstone Expands Philadelphia Presence Through Combination With Mill Creek Capital

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

Pathstone announced that it has combined with Mill Creek Capital Advisors, effective June 1, 2026, expanding its presence in the Philadelphia region and strengthening its capabilities serving ultra-high-net-worth families, single-family offices, and institutions.

SOLAI: 51% Equity Stake Acquisition Of NEURALAND Expands Personal AI Infrastructure Strategy

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

SOLAI Limited, a technology-driven personal AI and digital infrastructure provider, announced it has completed its previously disclosed acquisition of a 51% equity stake in NEURALAND PTE. LTD., a Singapore-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of personal AI nodes.

DMD Systems Recovery Acquires Lifespan Technology To Expand Reuse First ITAD Platform Across North America

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

DMD Systems Recovery, a governance-focused IT asset disposition (ITAD) company and Certified B Corporation, announced the acquisition of Lifespan International, a technology lifecycle management and ITAD provider. The transaction brings together two companies focused on extending the useful life of retired technology assets while helping organizations improve data security, value recovery, reuse, and environmental outcomes.

J.C. Flowers Acquires Monte Paschi Banque To Expand French Lending Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

J.C. Flowers & Co., a private investment firm focused on the global financial services sector, announced the acquisition of Monte Paschi Banque SA, a French lending specialist that was previously the French subsidiary of Monte dei Paschi di Siena. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Valiant Solutions Acquires BreakPoint Labs To Expand Cyber Capabilities For National Security Missions

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

Valiant Solutions, a portfolio company of Bluestone Investment Partners and a provider of advanced cybersecurity technologies for U.S. federal and national security customers, announced the acquisition of BreakPoint Labs, a specialized cybersecurity company focused on AI-enabled cyber operations, adversarial threat emulation, red team operations, and modern DevSecOps capabilities.

Government Leadership Solutions Acquires Workforce Development Firm Elevate USA

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

Government Leadership Solutions (GLS), a leadership consulting and workforce development firm serving local and state governments across the U.S., announced the acquisition of Elevate USA Inc., a provider of government training, executive coaching, leadership development, and workforce development solutions.

I-ON Digital: Gold Asset Tokenization Company Expands Portfolio Through Acquisition Of 20 U.S. Gold Mining Claims

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

I-ON Digital Corp. announced that it has entered into a binding Purchase and Assumption Agreement to acquire rights to 20 Bureau of Land Management (BLM) gold mining claims located in the southwestern United States. The acquisition is designed to expand the company's gold claims pipeline and support its strategy of building a digital asset infrastructure backed by ownership interests in gold-bearing mineral assets.

Cardinal Infrastructure Group Acquires Piedmont Pipe Construction To Expand Wet Utility Capabilities In Charlotte Market

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

Cardinal Infrastructure Group announced the acquisition of Piedmont Pipe Construction, a wet utilities provider serving North and South Carolina. Founded in 1999 and headquartered near Charlotte, North Carolina, Piedmont specializes in wet utility construction services. Following the transaction, Piedmont will operate under the Cardinal Civil Contracting brand.

Redpoint Advisors Acquires VoxCroft Analytics To Expand AI-Powered Global Intelligence Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

Redpoint Advisors, a global intelligence advisory firm, announced the acquisition of VoxCroft Analytics, the U.S. entity of South Africa-based VoxCroft. The transaction strengthens Redpoint’s capabilities in artificial intelligence, social listening, language analysis, and hyperlocal intelligence gathering, enhancing its ability to provide clients with deeper insight into political, security, and social dynamics around the world.

Arxis: $890 Million Acquisition Of Omnetics And MagCanica Expands Aerospace And Defense Components Business

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

Brennan Investment Group Acquires 202,000-Square-Foot Industrial Manufacturing Facility In Tennessee

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

Brennan Investment Group announced the acquisition of a 202,000-square-foot industrial manufacturing facility in Vonore, Tennessee, within the Knoxville metropolitan statistical area, through a long-term sale-leaseback transaction with Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG).

Cardinal Credit Union Acquires NoteWorthy Federal Credit Union And Expands Services And Branch Network

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jun 4, 2026

Cardinal Credit Union announced that it has completed its acquisition of NoteWorthy Federal Credit Union, a financial institution known for its specialized lending services for musicians and arts organizations across the United States.