The Japanese technology investor is accelerating its move into microchip technology companies with the acquisition of the California-based semiconductor design startup founded by the former president of Intel.
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SoftBank buys Ampere Computing for $6.5B, deepening AI bet
The Japanese technology investor is accelerating its move into microchip technology companies with the acquisition of the California-based semiconductor design startup founded by the former president of Intel. Read here
Beacon Roofing agrees to $11B QXO buyout offer
The Virginia-headquartered distributor of roofing materials has approved the takeover bid from the Connecticut-based consulting firm weeks after it rejected an earlier proposal. Read here
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AI cloud firm CoreWeave
seeks IPO of about $2.5B
The New Jersey-based cloud-computing provider and one of the hottest startups in artificial intelligence is raising capital at the midpoint of a marketed range through an initial public offering. Read here
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Acertus acquires Bluestar businesses to boost reach
The Missouri automotive logistics-as-a-service platform has purchased Bluestar Auto Movers and Bluestar Corporate Relocation Service in a move that significantly expands the company's market and capabilities.Read here
The Swedish private equity firm will distribute proceeds after completing the sale of shares in Nord Anglia Education, marking one of the most profitable exits in Asia. Read here
Shapoorji secures bids for $3.3B private credit deal
The Indian conglomerate has received binding commitments from a consortium of funds for a fundraising effort, which could result in the country’s largest deal. Read here
Hanwha Aerospace plans $2.5B offering after rally
The South Korean gas turbine manufacturer is preparing for what could be Seol’s biggest share sale in more than three years, helped by soaring demand. Read here
Cinven exits Viridium as consortium leads $3.8B bid
The London-based private equity firm is set to vacate its majority stake in the insurance consolidator following a deal involving Allianz, BlackRock, and Japan’s T&D Holdings. Read here
