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Mediobanca's €6.3 billion takeover bid for Banca Generali disrupts the banking landscape, intensifying competition between Intesa Sanpaolo and UniCredit for control of the Trieste insurance company. With Mediobanca's strong backing, the likelihood of shareholder approval appears high, potentially sidelining rival interests from Caltagirone and Delfin. If Monte dei Paschi's bid fails, a fierce contest for Generali's control between the two banks is expected, reshaping the dynamics of Italy's banking sector.
Seres Group Co Ltd, Huawei's car-making partner, has filed for a Hong Kong listing to support its expansion, achieving a net income of RMB 5.9 billion in 2024 and becoming the fourth profitable NEV maker globally. The company reported a revenue of RMB 145.1 billion, a 305.5% increase from 2023, and a gross margin of 23.8%, up from 7.2%. Seres aims to enhance its global competitiveness and has an annual production capacity of 600,000 vehicles.
Merck KGaA has agreed to acquire US biotech firm SpringWorks Therapeutics for $3.9 billion, enhancing its cancer treatment portfolio. The deal, valued at $47 per share, is expected to positively impact Merck's earnings by 2027 and reflects a growing trend of pharmaceutical companies pursuing biotech acquisitions for innovation. This acquisition aligns with the industry's focus on specialized markets and targeted therapies, particularly in oncology, which is projected to see significant growth in the coming years.
ING Bank and Unicredit Bank have announced a EUR 200 million financing deal to support Digi Group's fiber optic network development in Spain, Portugal, and Belgium over the next five years. This investment aims to enhance Digi's infrastructure and competitiveness in the telecommunications market, where it holds significant market shares in Romania for fixed internet and pay-TV services.
Goldman Sachs has appointed Sushil Bathija as the head of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) operations in Asia, excluding Japan, while Vikram Chavali will lead sponsor M&A operations in the same region. Both will collaborate with regional and global leadership and report to the co-heads of Asia-Pacific M&A. Bathija currently oversees the consumer and retail business, and Chavali heads the technology, media, and telecommunications sector in Asia.
Enna Pariset, CEO of BNP Paribas in Switzerland, emphasizes the bank's growth and resilience following the Credit Suisse crisis, highlighting a 4.1% rise in net profit to €11.7 billion in 2024. With the acquisition of Axa Investment Managers, BNP Paribas aims to enhance its asset management capabilities, managing over €53.5 billion in Switzerland. Pariset advocates for increased IPO activity in the innovative Swiss market and expresses confidence in attracting talent despite industry challenges.
Goldman Sachs has appointed Sushil Bathija as the head of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for Asia ex-Japan, transitioning from his role as head of the consumer retail group. Vikram Chavali has been named head of sponsors M&A, previously serving as COO of the technology, media, and telecommunications group. Both will report to the APAC co-heads of M&A and collaborate with regional and global leadership.
Citigroup has acquired a 5.1989% stake in IDP Education Ltd., marking its status as a substantial shareholder as of April 23, 2025. This investment is expected to enhance IDP Education's market position and reflects confidence in the company's growth potential in the education sector, which includes student placement and language testing services.
Perfios has acquired the healthcare information exchange firm IHX, marking its third investment this year. This strategic move underscores Perfios's commitment to expanding its footprint in the healthcare sector.
Deliveroo has halted its share buyback program following a buyout offer from DoorDash. This strategic move reflects the competitive landscape in the food delivery sector as companies vie for market dominance. The decision underscores the impact of acquisition proposals on corporate financial strategies.
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