Mergers & Acquisitions

RBC Bearings: $275 Million Acquisition Of VACCO Industries Completed

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

RBC Bearings, an international manufacturer renowned for its highly engineered precision bearings, components, and integral systems for the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors, has officially announced the successful completion of its previously disclosed acquisition of VACCO Industries.

NAVEX: Majority Stake Acquired By Investor Consortium

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

NAVEX, a global leader in ethics, risk, and compliance management software, has announced a definitive agreement for Goldman Sachs Alternatives' Private Equity division to acquire a majority stake from BC Partners and Vista Equity Partners. Funds managed by Blackstone’s private equity strategy will also invest significantly as a minority stakeholder.

IQ-EQ Buying Cross-Border Fund Platform Gordian Capital

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

IQ-EQ, part of the Astorg portfolio, has acquired Gordian Capital, Asia’s leading institutional cross-border fund platform. Serving asset managers, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and corporations, Gordian invests in private equity and real estate.

Summit Financial: Strategic Investments In Four Firms Managing $1.2 Billion In Client Assets

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

Summit Financial announced a strategic collaboration with Merchant Investment Management, resulting in significant investments in four new partner firms: Crow Financial Advisors, Everest Consultants, Heritage Wealth Partners, and LPF Advisors. These strategic partnerships are a testament to the growing strength of the Summit-Merchant alliance, which facilitates the rapid expansion of Summit’s elite national network of wealth managers who are focused on growth and excellence.

GE Vernova To Buy Alteia, Advancing GridOS Visual Intelligence Software

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

GE Vernova is set to acquire Alteia SAS, a French AI software firm specializing in computer vision and machine learning. This strategic move aims to significantly enhance GE Vernova's GridOS Visual Intelligence platform, a core part of its Electrification Software division, which helps utilities manage the electric grid during disruptive events, such as storms and wildfires.

AMETEK: $920 Million Acquisition Of FARO Technologies Completed

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

AMETEK announced that it has completed its acquisition of FARO Technologies for $44 per share in cash, or approximately $920 million, net of cash acquired. The completion of the transaction follows approval from FARO shareholders and the receipt of all regulatory approvals. As a result of the merger's completion, the common stock of FARO will no longer be listed for trading on the Nasdaq.

S&P Dow Jones Indices To Buy ARC Research

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

S&P Dow Jones Indices announced its plan to acquire ARC Research, a subsidiary of ARC Group. ARC Research is the leading independent provider of investment performance data, benchmarking, and insights in the private wealth sector.

Synthego: Acquisition By Perceptive Advisors Closed

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

Synthego, a leading CRISPR solutions provider, announced that it has completed the sale of nearly all its assets to funds managed by Perceptive Advisors, a prominent life sciences investment firm. The deal was finalized on July 18, 2025.

EQT To Buy Adevinta’s Spanish Online Classifieds Businesses

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

EQT announced that its EQT X fund has reached an agreement to acquire Adevinta’s Spanish operations from Aurelia Netherlands TargetCo B.V. Adevinta Spain includes several of Spain’s leading online classifieds platforms, such as Coches.net, InfoJobs, Milanuncios, Fotocasa, and Habitaclia.

Vilore Foods Expands Portfolio By Acquiring Tia Lupita Foods

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

Church Tech Company Subsplash To Be Acquired By Roper Technologies

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

Subsplash, a leading SaaS, fintech, and AI provider for the faith and nonprofit sectors, has announced a definitive agreement for its acquisition by Roper Technologies. This partnership is set to enable Subsplash to drive new long-term innovations for its clients and the wider industry.

IMA Group Expands With Acquisition Of Medical Research Network

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

The IMA Group (IMA) has announced the acquisition of Medical Research Network (MRN) LLC, a clinical research site located in New York City that specializes in psychiatry and neurology trials focused on central nervous system (CNS) disorders.

LongRange Capital: Acquisition Of US Synthetic Completed

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

LongRange Capital, a private equity firm dedicated to fostering long-term, customer-focused growth in middle-market businesses, has finalized its acquisition of US Synthetic Corporation from ChampionX Corporation. Headquartered in Orem, Utah, US Synthetic is a leading provider of advanced polycrystalline diamond (PCD) technologies, offering PCD inserts, bearings, and various diamond science solutions for the energy, mining, and industrial sectors.

ARCHIMED To Buy ZimVie In $730 Million Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 22, 2025

ZimVie, a global leader in dental implants, has announced a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of ARCHIMED, a healthcare investment firm.

Etraveli: KKR Acquires Minority Stake

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 21, 2025

CVC Capital Partners has announced that KKR will acquire a significant minority stake in the global travel technology firm Etraveli Group. This partnership positions Etraveli for growth and reinforces its status as the world’s largest flight intermediary and fulfillment company outside of China.

CurTec: Acquisition By Ampersand Capital Partners

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 21, 2025

Ampersand Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on growth equity investments in life sciences and healthcare, has acquired CurTec, a Netherlands-based manufacturer of high-performance plastic packaging for pharmaceutical and specialty chemical applications. This acquisition was made in collaboration with Bencis Capital Partners and CurTec's management.

Sdui Group: Strategic Investment Raised For Administrative Software For K-12 Schools

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 21, 2025

Sdui Group, a leading European provider of cloud-based administrative software for K-12 schools, has secured a growth investment led by Bain Capital’s Tech Opportunities fund, joined by existing investors HV Capital and High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF).

Regnology To Buy Wolters Kluwer’s Finance, Risk, And Regulatory Reporting Business Unit

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 21, 2025

Regnology, an innovator in regulatory reporting software, has announced that it is finalizing an acquisition deal for Wolters Kluwer's Finance, Risk & Regulatory Reporting (FRR) unit. This strategic deal is expected to bolster Regnology's capabilities and expand its offerings in compliance and regulatory solutions for financial institutions.

SS&C Technologies Acquiring Calastone For About £766 Million

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 21, 2025

SS&C Technologies has made a significant announcement regarding its plans to acquire Calastone, a prominent player in the financial technology space. As the world's largest funds network, Calastone excels in providing innovative solutions for the wealth and asset management industries. This strategic deal, which is expected to enhance SS&C's offerings in these sectors, comes with a substantial price tag of approximately £766 million, equivalent to about US $1.03 billion.

Main Capital Partners: Majority Investment In Xait

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 21, 2025

Main has announced its majority investment in Xait, a Norwegian provider of collaborative document solutions specializing in complex document creation and CPQ (Configure, Price, and Quote) services. As a strategic partner, Main will support Xait's management team in its growth journey and help the company become a global leader in these fields through a selective buy-and-build strategy.

Darktrace Acquiring Traffic Visibility Solutions Company Mira Security

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 21, 2025

Darktrace, a leader in AI for cybersecurity, has acquired Mira Security, a prominent provider of network traffic visibility solutions.

Viaplay Buys Remaining Stake In Allente For $110 Million

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 21, 2025

Telenor Group is selling its 50% stake in Allente to Viaplay for SEK 1.1 billion. Allente, created in May 2020 from the merger of Canal Digital and Viasat, provides premium TV content to residential and business customers across the Nordics. The deal will not impact the quality of service for customers.

Brightspeed Buying Fiber Assets From Cincinnati Communications

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 20, 2025

Brightspeed, the nation's third-largest fiber broadband provider that connects more homes and businesses with reliable, fast connectivity, announced it has acquired 235 miles of fiber assets in suburban Cincinnati from Cincinnati Communications. These fiber miles are strategically located near Brightspeed's existing fiber network projects in Ohio and eastern Indiana. This acquisition will enable Brightspeed to reach an additional 69,500 locations with its advanced network.

CCI Systems Buying Total Site Services

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 20, 2025

CCI Systems, a fully employee-owned company, has announced its acquisition of Total Site Services, a leading provider of tower site acquisition, engineering design, and construction management services. This strategic move enhances CCI Systems' presence in the wireless industry and increases its capabilities, supporting faster market expansion.

GreatAmerica To Acquire Heritage Bank And Apply To Establish A National Bank

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 20, 2025

GreatAmerica Holdings, the parent company of GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation—the largest independent, family-owned national commercial equipment finance company in the U.S.—announced that it has agreed to acquire Heritage Bank, an Iowa state-chartered bank headquartered in Marion, Iowa, with additional branches in Hiawatha and Delhi, Iowa (Heritage Bank). Following the acquisition, Heritage Bank will operate under a new name: GreatAmerica Bank National Association.

Agilyx To Buy 44% of GreenDot Global

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 20, 2025

Agilyx has agreed to fully finance and acquire 44% of GreenDot Global, strengthening its presence in Europe’s advanced recycling industry. GreenDot, Europe’s top circular plastic recycler and third-largest in Germany, operates in 29 countries, processing over 1 million tons of waste annually. It is expanding its feedstock supply through facilities in Austria and Italy, with sales expected to reach €400 million in 2025 and achieve double-digit EBITDA.

Rokt Buying Canal To Expand E-Commerce Offering

By Amit Chowdhry ● Jul 19, 2025

Global e-commerce leader Rokt announced the acquisition of Canal to expand its product offerings. This enables partners to access third-party inventory from premium DTC brands without handling logistics, increasing relevant offers during transactions. The acquisition enables brands to reach new customers through performance-driven channels, enhancing Rokt’s existing suite with high-performing third-party products powered by Rokt Brain. Canal's network includes 1,900 brands, such as Macy's and SHEIN.

Mergers & Acquisitions

RBC Bearings: $275 Million Acquisition Of VACCO Industries Completed

NAVEX: Majority Stake Acquired By Investor Consortium

IQ-EQ Buying Cross-Border Fund Platform Gordian Capital

Summit Financial: Strategic Investments In Four Firms Managing $1.2 Billion In Client Assets

GE Vernova To Buy Alteia, Advancing GridOS Visual Intelligence Software

AMETEK: $920 Million Acquisition Of FARO Technologies Completed

S&P Dow Jones Indices To Buy ARC Research

Synthego: Acquisition By Perceptive Advisors Closed

EQT To Buy Adevinta’s Spanish Online Classifieds Businesses

Vilore Foods Expands Portfolio By Acquiring Tia Lupita Foods

Church Tech Company Subsplash To Be Acquired By Roper Technologies

IMA Group Expands With Acquisition Of Medical Research Network

LongRange Capital: Acquisition Of US Synthetic Completed

ARCHIMED To Buy ZimVie In $730 Million Deal

Etraveli: KKR Acquires Minority Stake

CurTec: Acquisition By Ampersand Capital Partners

Sdui Group: Strategic Investment Raised For Administrative Software For K-12 Schools

Regnology To Buy Wolters Kluwer’s Finance, Risk, And Regulatory Reporting Business Unit

SS&C Technologies Acquiring Calastone For About £766 Million

Main Capital Partners: Majority Investment In Xait

Darktrace Acquiring Traffic Visibility Solutions Company Mira Security

Viaplay Buys Remaining Stake In Allente For $110 Million

Brightspeed Buying Fiber Assets From Cincinnati Communications

CCI Systems Buying Total Site Services

GreatAmerica To Acquire Heritage Bank And Apply To Establish A National Bank

Agilyx To Buy 44% of GreenDot Global

Rokt Buying Canal To Expand E-Commerce Offering

Talen Energy Buying Two Plants In $3.5 Billion Deal

Fleetworthy Buying Predictive Tolling Company commercelogic

Stocktwits Buying Thematic For AI-Based Research Platform