Mergers & Acquisitions

Westnet: Acquisition Of Low Voltage Installations To Expand Public Safety Solutions

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 9, 2026

Westnet, a provider of fire station alerting and public safety communication systems, announced it has acquired Low Voltage Installations, Inc., a company specializing in the design, installation, and support of fire station alerting and dispatch systems.

Wealthspire Onboards $1.9 Billion Firm Axia Advisory

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 9, 2026

Wealthspire announced that its Fiducient Advisors division has acquired Axia Advisory, an Indianapolis-based retirement plan consulting and investment advisory firm with approximately $1.9 billion in assets under management or advisement as of the end of 2025.

Sportsbox AI: Bryson DeChambeau-Led Group Acquires Company To Launch AI Golf Coaching Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 9, 2026

A group of investors led by Bryson DeChambeau has acquired Sportsbox AI, a company specializing in kinematic AI and 3D motion capture technology for sports training. Alongside the acquisition, the company introduced Sportsbox AI Motion Intelligence, known as SAMI, a next-generation AI coaching assistant set to launch within the Sportsbox 3DGolf app later this year.

Booz Allen Hamilton: Acquisition Of Defy Security Completed To Expand AI-Driven Cyber Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 9, 2026

Booz Allen Hamilton announced it has completed its acquisition of Defy Security, a move aimed at strengthening its advanced cybersecurity offerings amid a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Routeware Acquires PermiServ To Expand UK Local Authority Solutions

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 9, 2026

Routeware, a provider of AI-powered waste and environmental services technology, has acquired PermiServ, a UK-based leader in garden waste permit management for local authorities. The deal strengthens Routeware’s presence in the United Kingdom and expands its ability to support councils with integrated, end-to-end service platforms.

Pershing Square Proposes About A $64 Billion Deal To Acquire Universal Music Group

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 9, 2026

Pershing Square Capital Management has submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire all outstanding shares of Universal Music Group through a business combination, outlining a value-creation plan to address the company’s stock underperformance and enhance shareholder returns.

Hightower Onboards $3.2 Billion Firm Lexington Wealth Management

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Hightower announced that Lexington Wealth Management will join its Hightower Signature Wealth platform, bringing approximately $3.2 billion in assets under management and further expanding the firm’s national footprint. Following the transaction, Hightower Signature Wealth is expected to oversee more than $29 billion in assets across 25+ locations.

Empire State Realty Trust: $46 Million Williamsburg Retail Acquisition Expands NYC Portfolio

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Empire State Realty Trust announced that it acquired a newly constructed retail asset at 41–55 North 6th Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, for $46 million at the end of the first quarter.

Meridian Waste Acquires Waste Knot To Expand Richmond Market Presence

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Meridian Waste Virginia, an integrated non-hazardous solid waste services provider, announced it has acquired Waste Knot, LLC, effective April 1, 2026. The transaction strengthens the company’s footprint in the greater Richmond, Virginia market and aligns with its ongoing acquisition-driven growth strategy.

Code Ninjas: Appoints Tyler Semerdjian As Chief Marketing Officer To Drive Global Growth

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Code Ninjas has appointed Tyler Semerdjian as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing a seasoned growth leader with more than 15 years of experience across direct-to-consumer, marketplace, sports, and private equity-backed businesses.

Telia: Acquisition Of Telness To Deploy Seamless OS And Expand Digital Telecom Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Telia has agreed to acquire Telness, a Swedish mobile virtual network operator, from Nordic Communications Group AB, the parent company of Telness Tech, marking a significant step in scaling a digital-first telecom operating model. As part of the transaction, Telia will become the first mobile network operator to deploy Telness Tech’s Seamless OS platform.

Blackline Safety: $850 Million Acquisition By Francisco Partners To Take Connected Safety Technology Firm Private

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Blackline Safety has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of Francisco Partners, valued at up to $850 million.

Tervis: Drinkware Company Acquires Symglass To Expand Product Portfolio

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Tervis, a drinkware company founded in 1946, announced it has acquired Nashville-based Symglass, expanding its footprint in the drinkware market and broadening its product offerings.

Bed Bath & Beyond: $150 Million Deal To Acquire F9 Brands Assets And Expand Home Services Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Bed Bath & Beyond announced it has signed a letter of intent to acquire the equity interests and substantially all assets of F9 Brands, a portfolio that includes Lumber Liquidators, Cabinets To Go, Gracious Home / Thos. Baker, and Southwind Building Products. The transaction marks a significant step in the company’s strategy to build a national, fully integrated home services platform under Beyond Home Services.

Miotal: Strategic Metals Platform To Go Public Via Nasdaq Merger With SPAC

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Miotal, an asset-backed platform focused on high-purity strategic materials, has entered into a definitive business combination agreement with Fifth Era Acquisition Corp I, a special purpose acquisition company listed on Nasdaq under the ticker FERA.

Chewy: Modern Animal Acquisition To Expand Veterinary Care Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Chewy announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Modern Animal, a veterinary care provider with 29 clinics, 24/7 virtual care, and a membership-based model, as part of its strategy to build a fully integrated pet healthcare ecosystem.

Harrell-Fish Expands With Ecofriendly Mechanical Acquisition

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Harrell-Fish has acquired Ecofriendly Mechanical, strengthening its capabilities in sustainable HVAC and plumbing services while deepening its presence in Bloomington, Indiana.

Northern Shore Capital: Majority Stake Acquisition In Texas-Based 7 Brew Franchisee Texas Coffee Partners

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Northern Shore Capital, a private equity firm focused on healthcare services and consumer multi-unit businesses, announced it has acquired a majority stake in Texas Coffee Partners, a Texas-based franchisee of 7 Brew. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Littlejohn Capital Completes Sale Of Maysteel Industries To Steele Solutions

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Littlejohn Capital announced it has completed the sale of Maysteel Industries, a North American manufacturer of custom metal enclosures and precision fabricated solutions, to Steele Solutions, a portfolio company of Revelar Capital.

NANUK Gear Protection: Acquisition By Protective Case Manufacturer SKB Cases

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

MPE Partners, alongside its portfolio company SKB Cases, announced the acquisition of NANUK Gear Protection, a manufacturer of premium protective cases based in Terrebonne, Québec. The transaction brings together two complementary companies in the protective case market, expanding product offerings, geographic reach, and customer segments. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Accenture Acquires Keepler Data Tech To Expand Spain Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Accenture has acquired Keepler Data Tech in a move to strengthen its artificial intelligence and data capabilities in Spain and across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The transaction is part of Accenture’s broader strategy to expand its AI-driven services and help clients transform core business processes using advanced data foundations.

Always Alpha: Tennis-Focused Talent Agency Expands With Courtside Acquisition And Sloane Stephens Signing

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Always Alpha, a women-focused sports talent agency co-founded by Cosette Chaput and Allyson Felix, has announced its first acquisition, purchasing tennis management firm Courtside Talent as it expands into the global tennis market. The deal also brings Grand Slam champion Sloane Stephens onto the agency’s roster.

DoveHill Acquires Mayflower Inn & Spa In Connecticut

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

DoveHill, a vertically integrated real estate investment firm focused on hospitality and other asset classes, announced it has acquired the Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Collection, a premier luxury resort located in Washington, Connecticut. The acquisition expands DoveHill’s growing portfolio of high-end hospitality properties and reinforces its strategy of investing in distinctive, supply-constrained assets.

Precinmac Acquires Precision Aerospace Holdings To Expand Aerospace, Defense, And Space Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Precinmac LP, a manufacturer of high-complexity precision components, announced that it has acquired Precision Aerospace Holdings, LLC, a Dallas-based company specializing in precision machined components for aerospace, defense, and space applications. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

TeamBonding: Acquisition Of Recipe For Success Expands Corporate Culinary Team Building Offerings

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

TeamBonding, a provider of corporate team-building and professional development experiences, announced it has acquired Recipe for Success, a company specializing in culinary-based team-building programs. The move formalizes a 15-year partnership and integrates Recipe for Success as a dedicated subdivision within TeamBonding’s broader portfolio.

Simplicity Group: Acquisition Of Insurance Planners And Advisors Group Expands National Footprint

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

Simplicity Group Holdings has acquired Insurance Planners and Advisors Group, strengthening its presence in the Texas market and expanding its national footprint in financial services. As part of the transaction, Jim Tucker and Mike Tucker will join Simplicity as partners, and the acquired business will rebrand as Simplicity Fort Worth.

NFP: Acquisition Of Sherman Insurance Agency Expands Transportation And Logistics Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 8, 2026

NFP, an Aon company, announced that it has acquired Sherman Insurance Agency, Inc., a full-service brokerage specializing in trucking, commercial, personal, and benefits insurance solutions. The deal strengthens NFP Corp.’s presence in the Upper Midwest and enhances its transportation and logistics expertise.

Stanley Black & Decker: $1.8 Billion Sale Of Aerospace Manufacturing Unit To Howmet Aerospace Completed

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 7, 2026

Stanley Black & Decker announced it has completed the sale of its Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing (CAM) business to Howmet Aerospace for approximately $1.8 billion in cash, finalizing a previously announced transaction aimed at sharpening its strategic focus and strengthening its balance sheet.

Hitachi Rail: $220 Million Clever Devices Acquisition To Expand Digital Mobility Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 7, 2026

Hitachi Rail Limited has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Clever Devices, a U.S.-based provider of intelligent transportation systems, as part of its strategy to expand into global digital mobility.

EPR Properties: $315 Million Acquisition Completed For Six Flags Regional Parks Portfolio

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 7, 2026

EPR Properties announced it has completed the acquisition of six U.S. amusement parks from Six Flags Entertainment Corporation as part of a previously announced seven-park transaction valued at approximately $315 million, marking a key milestone in the company’s experiential real estate expansion strategy.