Deal Flow
Deal flow coverage: platform acquisitions, add-ons, buyouts, take-privates, secondary transactions, GP-led continuation vehicles, and strategic minority investments across private markets.
Beacon Communications Secures Growth Investment from Kelso and Ara Services
Beacon Communications receives a growth investment from Kelso and Ara Services to support its expansion, as reported by PE Hub.
CenterOak Acquires Grismer Tire & Auto Service
Private equity firm CenterOak has acquired Grismer Tire & Auto Service, which operates 28 locations in Ohio metropolitan areas.
GenNx360-Backed HBS Acquires IT Services Firm Applied Tech
HBS, a Wisconsin-based IT services provider, has acquired Applied Tech as reported by PE Hub.
Uplift Investors Acquires IMS Legal Strategies
Uplift Investors has purchased IMS Legal Strategies, resulting in Trinity Hunt Partners exiting its investment, as reported by PE Hub.
Advent Partners-Backed efex Acquires Priority 1 IT
efex, supported by Advent Partners, has acquired Priority 1 IT, expanding its technical and healthcare capabilities as reported by PE Hub.
GHO Capital Sells VISUfarma to Lupin Limited
GHO Capital has sold specialty pharmaceutical provider VISUfarma to Lupin Limited, a deal that expands the buyer's presence in Europe and accelerates its specialty franchise.
FlexGen Acquires Clean Energy Services in Energy Storage Deal
FlexGen has acquired utility energy storage developer Clean Energy Services, aiming to enhance project delivery and asset reliability for utility customers.
FlexGen Acquires Clean Energy Services
FlexGen has acquired Clean Energy Services, a utility energy storage developer, to create an integrated model that accelerates project delivery and strengthens asset reliability for utility customers.
American Pacific Group Invests in Dossier Fragrance Brand
Private equity firm American Pacific Group has invested in dupe fragrance brand Dossier alongside its founder and existing shareholders, according to Dealbreaker.
Court Square Acquires CallTower from BV Investment
Private equity firm Court Square has acquired Utah-based cloud communications provider CallTower from BV Investment, according to a PE Hub report.
5CP-Backed Radon Acquires Majestic Medical Solutions
Radon, supported by 5CP, has acquired Majestic Medical Solutions, enabling the latter to expand its geographic presence and enhance its operations.
Transgene and NEC Bio Sign License Agreement for TG4050 Development
Transgene and NEC Bio have signed a license agreement to advance TG4050 for head and neck cancer, involving payments in shares and cash.
Transgene and NEC Bio Sign License for TG4050 Development in Head and Neck Cancers
Transgene and NEC Bio announced a license agreement on April 2, 2026, for advancing TG4050, a personalized vaccine for HPV-negative head and neck cancers, including financial payments to NEC.
Transgene and NEC Bio Sign License for TG4050 Development
Transgene and NEC Bio have signed a license agreement to advance TG4050 for HPV-negative head and neck cancer treatment, including financial payments.
Transgene and NEC Bio Sign License for TG4050 in Head and Neck Cancer
Transgene and NEC Bio have signed a license agreement to advance TG4050's development for resected HPV-negative head and neck cancer, including financial terms like a €2.5 million technology access fe
Advent Technologies and EH Group Enter Fuel Cell Technology Agreement
Advent Technologies has signed a license and joint development deal with EH Group to advance HTPEM fuel cell technology for stationary power applications.
InterDigital Announces License Agreement with Buffalo Americas and New DTV Deals
InterDigital signs a patent license agreement with Buffalo Americas for Wi-Fi standards and new agreements with a global TV manufacturer, as reported in a GlobeNewswire release.
InterDigital Signs Patent License with Buffalo Americas and New TV Agreements
InterDigital announced a patent license agreement with Buffalo Americas for Wi-Fi technologies and new deals with a global TV manufacturer, as per a recent press release.
Private Equity Exits Decline in Early 2026 Due to AI Volatility and Geopolitical Tensions
Private equity firms reduced asset sales by 36% in Q1 2026 amid AI-driven market volatility and conflicts involving Iran, according to a report.
Arcline Withdraws from Bid for UK's Senior plc as Rivals Engage
Arcline Investment Management has exited takeover talks for UK aerospace firm Senior plc, with other bidders still involved, according to a report.
Axsome Therapeutics Acquires Balipodect for Neuropsychiatric Treatments
Axsome Therapeutics obtained exclusive global rights to balipodect, a selective PDE10A inhibitor, for schizophrenia and other conditions, as announced on April 01, 2026.
Axsome Therapeutics Acquires Balipodect for Schizophrenia Treatment
Axsome Therapeutics has obtained exclusive global rights to balipodect, a selective PDE10A inhibitor, from Takeda for developing treatments for schizophrenia and other neuropsychiatric conditions.
RYTHM Inc. Amends License Agreements with Green Thumb for $70 Million Annual Fee
RYTHM Inc. announced amendments to its license agreements with Green Thumb Industries, effective April 1, 2026, including a $70 million annual cash fee.
RYTHM Inc. Amends License Agreements with Green Thumb Subsidiary
RYTHM Inc. announced amendments to trademark and recipe license agreements with Green Thumb, including a $70 million annual fee effective April 1, 2026.
RYTHM Inc. Announces Amendments to License Agreements with Green Thumb
RYTHM Inc. has amended its trademark and recipe license agreements with Green Thumb Industries, effective April 1, 2026, for an annual fee of $70 million subject to increases.
Carlyle Agrees to Majority Stake in MAI Capital at Over $2.8 Billion Valuation
Carlyle has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in MAI Capital Management, valuing the firm at more than $2.8 billion, building on a prior investment relationship.
Blackstone Explores $500M IPO for AGS Health in India
Blackstone is in early talks for a potential IPO of AGS Health in Mumbai, aiming to raise up to $500 million, according to a report.
BriaCell and BriaPro Close Asset Purchase for Soluble CD80 License
BriaCell Therapeutics Corp. and BriaPro Therapeutics Corp. completed an asset purchase transaction for the exclusive Soluble CD80 license, as announced on March 31, 2026.
TK Elevator Maintains IPO Option Amid Kone Acquisition Talks
German elevator company TK Elevator, owned by Advent International and Cinven, confirms an IPO remains possible even as Kone discusses a potential acquisition.
Image Sensing Systems Expands Agreement with Econolite Control Products
Image Sensing Systems, a subsidiary of Autoscope Technologies, announces an eighth modification to its agreement with Econolite, adding a new product to their partnership.
Image Sensing Systems Expands Agreement with Econolite
Image Sensing Systems, a subsidiary of Autoscope Technologies, announces the eighth modification to its agreement with Econolite, adding a new product to their partnership.
Altor and SMS Consider Sale of Kaefer Stake at Over €2bn Valuation
Altor Equity Partners and SMS Group explore selling their stake in German industrial services firm Kaefer, potentially valuing it above €2bn.
Altor and SMS Explore Sale of Kaefer Stake at Over €2bn Valuation
Altor Equity Partners and SMS Group are considering selling their 50% stake in German industrial services firm Kaefer, potentially valuing it above €2 billion.
NorthStrive Biosciences Amends Licensing Agreement with MOA Life Plus
PMGC Holdings subsidiary NorthStrive Biosciences updates milestones for EL-32 and EL-22 in licensing deal with Korean biotech firm MOA Life Plus, as announced on March 27, 2026.
Advent Plans Investment in Atwell Engineering Firm
Private equity firm Advent is set to invest in engineering and consulting company Atwell, with the deal expected to close in Q2 2026.
Advent to Invest in Atwell Engineering and Consulting Firm
Advent is investing in engineering and consulting firm Atwell, with the transaction expected to close in the second quarter of 2026.
Advent to Invest in Engineering and Consulting Firm Atwell
Advent is set to invest in Atwell, an engineering and consulting firm, with the transaction expected to close in the second quarter of 2026.
BNP Paribas Expands in Japan's Private Equity Lending Market
BNP Paribas is emerging as a key player in Japan's buyout financing, amid growing European bank involvement, according to a report.
BNP Paribas strengthens presence in Japan’s private equity lending market
France’s BNP Paribas is emerging as a leading player in Japan’s buyout financing, amid increased European bank activity, according to a report.
Private Equity Drawn to Women's Health Over $1 Trillion Gap
Kearney's Paula Bellostas Muguerza discusses a $1 trillion gap attracting PE to women's health, with firms like Astorg, Cinven, and Nordic targeting pathology assets, including a $1.1 billion sale.
Private Equity Targets Women's Health Amid $1 Trillion Gap
Kearney's Paula Bellostas Muguerza highlights a $1 trillion gap attracting PE to women's health, with Astorg, Cinven, and Nordic targeting pathology assets and a $1.1 billion sale of EyeSouth Partners
SAP Plans to Acquire NewView Capital-Backed Reltio
SAP is set to acquire Reltio, a company backed by NewView Capital, with the deal expected to close in Q2 or Q3 of 2026, according to PE Hub.
SAP to Acquire NewView Capital-Backed Reltio
SAP plans to acquire Reltio, a company backed by NewView Capital, with the deal expected to close in Q2 or Q3 of 2026, according to PE Hub.
Advent Sells Olaplex to Henkel for $1.4 Billion
Private equity firm Advent is exiting its investment in hair care brand Olaplex through a $1.4 billion sale to Henkel, according to PE Hub.
CVC Proposes €10.9bn Takeover for Recordati
CVC Capital Partners has submitted a non-binding offer to take Recordati private in a €10.9bn deal, according to reports.
CVC Proposes €10.9bn Takeover of Recordati to Take It Private
CVC Capital Partners has submitted a non-binding offer to acquire Recordati for €10.9bn, valuing it at a preliminary €52 per share, according to a report.
HIG Capital to Sell Brazilian Internet Service Provider to Claro
HIG Capital is selling a Brazilian internet service provider to Claro in a deal valued at about $750 million, as reported by PE Hub.
Hudson Technologies Signs Refrigerant Licensing Agreement with Solstice
Hudson Technologies has agreed to reclaim and resell specific HFO refrigerants under a licensing deal with Solstice Advanced Materials, as announced on March 27, 2026.
Blackstone Invests $250m in UAE-Based Tech Platform
Blackstone has deployed $250m in Advanced Digital Gaming Technology, a UAE payments and data intelligence platform, amid regional geopolitical tensions.
Blackstone Invests $250m in UAE Tech Platform
Blackstone deploys $250 million in a UAE-based payments and data intelligence platform, marking the first PE-backed inbound deal in the Gulf since the Iran conflict.
