Mergers & Acquisitions

AURELIUS To Buy Louwman Group Care Division In New Strategic Buyout

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 15, 2025

AURELIUS Private Equity Mid Market Buyout has signed an agreement to acquire the Care Division of Dutch family-owned Louwman Group, marking a significant addition to the firm’s growing portfolio. The business generated €149.1 million in revenue in FY2024 and employs 715 people across the Netherlands.

Salesforce To Buy Doti, Expanding AI R&D And Agentic Search Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 15, 2025

Salesforce has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Doti, an agentic enterprise search company known for its work in unified search and knowledge discovery. The acquisition will expand Salesforce’s AI R&D hub in Israel and accelerate the development of a unified, agentic search experience across the company’s platform.

Merck To Buy Cidara Therapeutics In $9.2 Billion Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 15, 2025

Merck announced a significant expansion of its infectious disease pipeline through a definitive agreement to acquire Cidara Therapeutics for approximately $9.2 billion in cash. The agreement will bring Cidara’s late-phase antiviral candidate CD388 into Merck’s portfolio as the company advances its strategy to broaden its development programs through science-driven transactions.

ECN Capital To Be Acquired For C$1.9 Billion In All Cash Transaction

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

ECN Capital announced that it has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement to be acquired by a newly formed acquisition entity controlled by an investor group led by Warburg Pincus. The all-cash agreement values ECN Capital at approximately C$1.9 billion, providing an immediate liquidity event for shareholders as the company prepares to transition to private ownership.

Teamshares To Go Public Through Live Oak V Merger Backed By $126 Million PIPE Financing

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

Teamshares announced plans to become a publicly listed company through a merger with Live Oak Acquisition Corp V in a transaction that is expected to accelerate the company’s scale as one of the largest tech-enabled acquirers of small and medium-sized enterprises in the United States.

Public Acquires Alto’s CryptoIRA Business

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

Public has agreed to acquire the CryptoIRA business from Alto, marking a significant expansion of its digital asset capabilities as crypto demand continues to rise among long-term investors. The move positions Public to offer cryptocurrency trading within IRAs starting in early 2026, adding tax-advantaged crypto investing to its growing suite of products.

Gryphon Investors To Sell 3Cloud To Cognizant

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

Gryphon Investors announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell 3Cloud, its rapidly expanding Microsoft Azure services portfolio company, to Cognizant Technology Solutions. The deal marks one of the most significant Azure-focused services acquisitions of the year and is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026. Terms were not disclosed.

OneDigital Expands National PEO Footprint With Acquisition Of T&T Staff Management

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

OneDigital has strengthened its national Professional Employer Organization capabilities with the acquisition of T&T Staff Management, a long-established El Paso-based PEO that has supported employers across West Texas for more than thirty years. The transaction accelerates OneDigital’s growing presence in the PEO sector and advances its aim to provide integrated employer solutions for businesses nationwide.

Essity Completes Strategic Acquisition Of Edgewell’s Feminine Care Business For $340 Million

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

Essity announced a significant expansion of its personal care portfolio with an agreement to acquire Edgewell Personal Care’s feminine care business in North America, including the Carefree, Stayfree, and o.b. brands, as well as global feminine care rights to Playtex.

Brytebridge Expands Nonprofit Services Platform With Acquisition Of Foundation Group

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

BryteBridge Group has completed a significant expansion of its nonprofit services platform by acquiring Foundation Group, a long-established provider of nonprofit compliance and accounting services based in Nashville. The acquisition strengthens BryteBridge’s position in serving small and medium-sized nonprofit organizations across the United States as demand for expert formation, compliance, and accounting support continues to accelerate.

Mercer Advisors Expands Southern California Presence With Acquisition Of Beach Freeman Lim And Cleland

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

Mercer Advisors has strengthened its tax capabilities and broadened its Southern California footprint with the acquisition of Beach Freeman Lim and Cleland, a well-established tax firm serving high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners across the region. The transaction expands Mercer Advisors’ integrated family office platform as demand for sophisticated tax planning and advisory services continues to grow.

The Integration Group Expands Specialty Logistics Platform With Acquisition of North American Warehousing Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

The Integration Group has expanded its national logistics platform with the acquisition of North American Warehousing Company, a Chicago-area provider of regulated and specialty warehousing services with extensive expertise in handling chemicals and hazardous materials. The deal expands The Integration Group’s Midwest footprint, enhances its value-added capabilities, and marks its third acquisition of the year.

Equal Parts Advances New Mexico Expansion Through Acquisition Of Blue Star Insurance Agency

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

Equal Parts has expanded its fast-growing presence in New Mexico with the acquisition of Blue Star Insurance Agency, strengthening its local reach and advancing its strategy to support independent agencies with capital, technology, and operational scale. The move represents Equal Parts’ second acquisition in the state within a thirty-day period. It reflects the company’s broader objective to help high-performing operators grow while remaining deeply connected to their communities.

Peachtree Group Expands Credit Platform Through Acquisition Of SBA Lender First Western

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

Peachtree Group agreed to acquire First Western SBLC, Inc., which operates as PMC Commercial Trust, marking a significant expansion of Peachtree’s national credit platform. The Dallas-based lender is one of only twelve Small Business Lending Companies licensed by the U.S. Small Business Administration to originate 7(a) loans. The transaction will close following SBA consent and the satisfaction of additional conditions.

SS&C Technologies Expands Global Footprint With Acquisition Of Curo Fund Services

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

SS&C Technologies Holdings has completed its acquisition of Curo Fund Services, a major South African provider of fund administration solutions, marking a meaningful step in the company’s international growth strategy. The transaction, announced from Windsor, Connecticut, brings Curo into SS&C’s Global Investor and Distribution Solutions group led by Nick Wright. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Corsica Technologies Expands National Footprint With Acquisition Of AccountabilIT

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 14, 2025

Corsica Technologies announced a significant expansion of its national managed services and cybersecurity footprint with the acquisition of AccountabilIT, a well-established provider known for its deep Microsoft expertise, advanced cybersecurity capabilities, and strong customer relationships across the western United States. The deal enables Corsica Technologies to scale its AI-enabled, rapidly managed IT, cybersecurity, and Microsoft service offerings for mid-market and enterprise clients nationwide. The combined company now safeguards more than 100,000 endpoints.

Automotive Color & Supply Expands With Acquisition Of Smetzer Paint & Supply

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 13, 2025

WILsquare Capital, a lower-middle-market private equity firm, announced that its portfolio company, Automotive Color & Supply (ACS), has completed the acquisition of Smetzer Paint & Supply, a regional distributor of automotive and industrial paint and supply products headquartered in northern Ohio. The transaction terms were not disclosed.

XTI Aerospace Acquires Drone Nerds And Secures $25 Million From Unusual Machines To Expand Vertical Flight Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 13, 2025

XTI Aerospace has acquired Drone Nerds, one of the largest drone distributors and service providers in the United States. And it has closed a $25 million strategic investment from Unusual Machines, Inc., a leading manufacturer of drone components. The dual transaction marks a major milestone in XTI’s effort to expand its vertical flight and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) portfolio.

SHOPLINE And Entrepreneur Ventures Expand Consumer Labs Fund To Accelerate Next-Gen Consumer Brands

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 13, 2025

SHOPLINE, a global commerce platform supporting over 600,000 merchants, announced the continued expansion of the Entrepreneur Ventures Consumer Labs Fund, an investment initiative designed to accelerate emerging consumer brands across the consumer packaged goods, wellness, and lifestyle sectors. Established in partnership with Entrepreneur Ventures, the fund combines Entrepreneur Ventures’ media and brand-building expertise with SHOPLINE’s advanced commerce technology to help early-stage founders scale efficiently.

A. O. Smith Acquires Leonard Valve For $470 Million To Expand Leadership In Smart Water Management

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 13, 2025

Global water technology leader A. O. Smith Corporation has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Leonard Valve Company, a pioneering name in water management technologies, for $470 million. The acquisition, which includes LVC Holdco LLC and its Heat-Timer brand, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026 following customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions.

Clearlake Capital Expands $185 Billion Platform With Acquisition Of Pathway Capital

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 13, 2025

Clearlake Capital Group announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Pathway Capital Management, a global provider of private market solutions for institutional and wealth clients. The acquisition, expected to close in the first quarter of 2026 pending regulatory approval, marks a major expansion of Clearlake’s private markets platform and strengthens its position as a diversified alternative asset manager with combined assets under management reaching $185 billion.

Matterhorn Venture Partners Acquires Romeoville Industrial Property To Bolster Chicago Market Presence

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 13, 2025

Matterhorn Venture Partners has announced the acquisition of a 16,500-square-foot small-bay industrial property located at 805 Forestwood Drive in Romeoville, Illinois, a key hub within the I-55 Corridor of the Chicago metropolitan area.

Activated Insights Acquires CareAcademy To Create Leading Workforce Enablement Platform For Long-Term And Post-Acute Care

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

Activated Insights has announced the acquisition of CareAcademy, a leading innovator in caregiver education and compliance automation, creating one of the most comprehensive workforce and training platforms serving the long-term and post-acute care industry.

The Lockwood Group Acquires Research To Practice To Expand Global Oncology Education And Clinical Insights

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

The Lockwood Group announced the acquisition of Research To Practice (RTP), a leading provider of accredited oncology-focused medical education for healthcare professionals. This strategic move enhances The Lockwood Group’s position as a global healthcare services platform with expertise across medical communications, education, animation and visualization, regulatory and clinical consulting, and market access.

Soundcore Capital Partners Launches Reliable Energy Partners With Florida Lift Gas Acquisition

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

Soundcore Capital Partners, a New York-based private equity firm, has announced the formation of Reliable Energy Partners, a new growth platform focused on residential and commercial propane distribution, through its acquisition of Florida Lift Gas. The move also includes the appointment of propane industry veteran Sean Daugherty as the platform's Chief Executive Officer.

RBI And CPE Launch $350 Million Growth Plan To Triple Burger King’s Presence In China

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

Restaurant Brands International (RBI) has announced a new joint venture with Chinese investment firm CPE to drive Burger King’s next phase of growth in China, marking one of the brand’s most ambitious global expansion initiatives to date. CPE will invest $350 million in primary capital to expand Burger King China's footprint from approximately 1,250 restaurants to more than 4,000 by 2035.

Damen Buys I.M.E Group To Expand UK Service Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

Damen Shipyards Group has announced the acquisition of Southampton-based I.M.E Group Ltd, marking a significant expansion of its service capabilities in the United Kingdom. The acquisition follows years of close collaboration between Damen Services and I.M.E since the establishment of Damen’s UK Service Hub in 2021.

Atlassian Acquires DX To Turn AI-Driven Insights Into Developer Productivity

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

Atlassian has announced a definitive agreement to acquire DX, a leading provider of engineering intelligence solutions, marking a significant step in the company’s mission to help over 300,000 customers optimize software delivery in the age of AI.

WakeCap Buys Trackfy To Expand Into Latin America And Build The Standard For Industrial Intelligence

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

WakeCap Technologies has expanded its global footprint with the acquisition of Trackfy, a leading Brazilian provider of workforce safety and operational tracking solutions. The move marks the Saudi company’s entry into Latin America and reflects its commitment to scaling globally while deepening its capabilities across the construction and industrial sectors.

QAD | Redzone Acquires Kavida.ai To Accelerate Agentic AI Automation Across Global Manufacturing

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

QAD | Redzone has announced the acquisition of Kavida Technologies Ltd (Kavida.ai), a UK-based pioneer in agentic AI for industrial companies, as part of its strategy to accelerate its Champion AI roadmap and transform manufacturing and supply chain workflows with intelligent automation. The deal, pending UK regulatory approval, is expected to bring immediate operational impact to manufacturers by automating procurement and supply chain functions and freeing up nearly half of a buyer’s daily workload.