JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 7, 2025

As the healthcare industry heads into 2025, deals attorneys are optimistic as they look to falling interest rates and a potentially more business-friendly administration set to enter the White House. Originally published in Law360 - January 1, 2025. By: Latham & Watkins LLP

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JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 7, 2025

Brainwaves: 100 Days and Beyond | Presidential Policy Shifts Impacting Automotive: Foley & Lardner is excited to partner with the Society of Automotive Analysts to host an exclusive gathering of business and legal executives from the region for a timely program on March 11, 2025, at Foley & Lardners Detroit office.

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MARCH 20, 2025

The aerospace and defense industry is facing a rapidly shifting legal landscape in 2025, shaped by regulatory updates, enforcement trends, and geopolitical considerations. By: Morgan Lewis

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JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Federal Judge Clarifies Scope of TRO Enjoining Federal Spending Freeze - As we recentlyoutlined, on January 31, 2025, U.S. McConnellissued a temporary restraining order (TRO) that blocks the federal funding freeze outlined in the now-rescinded January 27, 2025, Office of Management and Budget (OMB)directive(Directive).On

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JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 18, 2025

The past year for the Illinois cannabis industry revealed continuing tensions and disparity between the rosy picture painted by officials; the reality for businesses on the ground; and the downstream impact to patients and consumers. By: Benesch

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JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 19, 2025

Hot on the heels of the UK governments February 2025 draft "strategic steer", the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published a new Mergers Charter. The Charter details principles the CMA will apply when engaging with businesses during a merger review, and what it expects from businesses in return.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 9, 2025

Small Business Administration (SBA) issued a Final Rule (Rule") that will dramatically change the landscape for the Merger and Acquisition (M&A) market for both large and small businesses. On December 17, 2024, the U.S.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 14, 2025

As 2025 begins, the foreign direct investment (FDI) landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Driven by geopolitical shifts, technological advancements, and changing regulatory priorities, businesses must navigate an increasingly complex web of national security reviews. By: Hogan Lovells

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JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 14, 2025

million will require HSR premerger notification in 2025. The updated thresholds are expected to take effect for transactions closing in mid- to late February 2025. These annual updates come as businesses await new, more burdensome requirements for the contents of HSR submissions, which are scheduled to take effect on February 10.

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JANUARY 9, 2025

With the highly charged election behind us and a new administration set to take office in 2025, businesses are shifting their focus to emerging concerns. Topics like tariffs, taxes, and the potential impact of upcoming policy changes on the economy and business landscape are now top of mind. By: Woodruff Sawyer

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DECEMBER 12, 2024

After years of sustained rate increases, 2025 offers a brighter outlook for commercial insurance buyers. We expect premiums to stabilize or rise modestly, varying by line of business and industry.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 8, 2025

While the new year presents an opportunity for businesses to look forward and set goals for performance in 2025, former owners of medical practices or other health care-related businesses who sold their enterprises in 2024 should review and inventory post-closing terms, conditions and covenants in their transactions to ensure a smooth exit, free of (..)

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JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 5, 2025

Seward & Kissels clients engaged in a wide variety of transactions around the globe involving interesting businesses in diverse industries. We were busy, helping them to complete important deals, and the pipeline of activity for 2025 looks to be very active. By: Seward & Kissel LLP

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TechCrunch: M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Zuora, a company selling software to help businesses manage their subscription-based services, has agreed to be acquired by private equity firms GIC and Silver Lake for $1.7 The all-cash deal is expected to close in Q1 2025, subject to approvals and customary closing conditions.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2025

discusssteps thatprivate company ownersshould consider before, during, and after sale of their business tosupporta successful transition. Originally published by Aldrich Capital Advisors LP - February 7, 2025. By: Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt PC

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JANUARY 14, 2025

By: Vinson & Elkins LLP

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JD Supra: Mergers

APRIL 9, 2025

COMPETITION - Commission approves Safran's acquisition of part of Collins Aerospace's actuation business, subject to conditions (M.11253). Commission clears acquisition of Bridewell by Oakley Capital and Eurazeo (M.11928) 11928) - Midday Express. By: Mayer Brown

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JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 11, 2025

On March 6, 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published (1) a revised Compliance and Disclosure Interpretation (C&DI) regarding lock-up agreements in business combinations and (2) five new C&DIs regarding tender offers. By: Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

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PCE

JANUARY 14, 2025

The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape for 2025 is poised for significant and sustained growth. Lower interest rates, relative economic stability, and increasing investor confidence are expected to generate a broad range of transactions across sectors, as companies and investors seize new opportunities for innovation and expansion.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 20, 2025

Welcome to this months issue of The BR International Trade Report, Blank Romes monthly digital newsletter highlighting international trade, sanctions, cross-border investment, geopolitical risk issues, trends, and laws impacting businesses domestically and abroad. By: Blank Rome LLP

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JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 8, 2025

December 4, 2024: Raise Green, an equity crowdfunding platform designed to facilitate businesses in raising capital for green infrastructure and clean energy projects, was acquired by Honeycomb Credit for an undisclosed amount. By: Mintz - Energy & Sustainability Viewpoints

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JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 13, 2025

Doris, 2025 WL 963590 (S.D. The case involved claims arising from the merger of two Nevada corporations and my post concerned Judge Eskridges rejection of the plaintiffs theory that "the mere allegation that a director was an interested party in the transaction rebuts the business judgment rule. District Court Judge Charles R.

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JANUARY 30, 2025

As a new administration and Congress begin to chart a course on a wide range of policies, it is important to understand how these changes will affect businesses and industries. The only constant in Washington, D.C., is that power will periodically shift from one party to another, and back again. By: Troutman Pepper Locke

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Solganick & Co.

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Forecast for 2025: Continued Growth: M&A activity is expected to continue to rise in 2025, with a focus on strategic acquisitions and digital transformation. Private Equity Influence: PE-driven deals are expected to reach record highs, driven by the availability of capital and attractive valuations in the software sector.

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JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As the fintech and payments industries evolve in 2025, businesses, financial institutions, and regulators must adapt to rapid technological advancements and shifting regulations.

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MARCH 26, 2025

On January 9, 2025, Joe Dowdy (Raleigh Partner) and Colleen Bear (Senior Manager Talent Management and Coach) hosted the first of Kilpatricks monthly virtual roundtable discussions with in-house counsel to develop strategies for improving advocacy and negotiations through better interpersonal effectiveness. By: Kilpatrick

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JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 31, 2025

The October 2023 final rule tailored CRA performance standards to bank size, business model, and local conditions. In their announcement on March 28, the agencies also stated their intention to reinstate the CRA framework that existed prior to the October 2023 final rule. By: Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP

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Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By Brandon Spear, CEO, TreviPay Business leaders everywhere are seeking opportunities to expand operations and capture new markets. This growth mindset brings a surge of excitement heading into 2025. Yet, scaling a businessparticularly in the B2B spacecomes with its unique set of challenges.

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JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

On February 5, 2025,Becton, Dickinson and Company(BD)announcedplans to separate its Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business into an independent entity. By: Knobbe Martens

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JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 14, 2025

On January 7, 2025, Vice Chancellor Glasscock issued a 68-page post-trial decision in Manti Holdings, LLC v. The Carlyle Group Inc., in which he rejected plaintiffs claims of breach of fiduciary duty in connection with the sale of Authentix Acquisition Company, Inc.

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Cisco: M&A

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Explore the 2025 technology landscape: precision AI, data security, sustainability, and partner ecosystems driving success. Discover how strategic collaboration and re-skilling will transform enterprise innovation and deliver tangible business value.

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JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 24, 2025

On March 4, 2025, CK Hutchison Holdings Limited (CK Hutchison), controlled by the Li Ka-Shing family, announced a significant transaction on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange:the proposed sale of 80% equity in its port business to a consortium led by U.S.-based based BlackRock, Inc.

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MergersCorp M&A International

DECEMBER 31, 2024

As we stand on the precipice of 2025, the landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is set to undergo significant transformations driven by a confluence of economic, technological, and geopolitical factors. Moreover, we may see an uptick in the formation of coalitions among businesses to address regulatory challenges collectively.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 15, 2025

On January 8, 2025, Governor Maura Healey signed into law H.B. This new law promises sweeping reform to reshape how health care businesses operate and grow. 5159,an Act enhancing the market review process. By: Foley & Lardner LLP

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CNBC: Investing

JANUARY 15, 2025

Quantum computing stocks rallied Wednesday after Microsoft urged businesses to get "quantum-ready" in 2025.

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JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 18, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) on March 12, 2025 launched a review to assess how it approaches remedies in merger control cases and has published a mergers charter, which sets out clear principles and overarching expectations for how the CMA will engage with businesses and their advisors during merger investigations.

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JD Supra: Mergers

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The new rules will take effect in early 2025. The FTC has finalized significant changes to the information and level of detail that will be required in premerger antitrust filings under the HSR Act.

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