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.
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
Image Sensing Systems, a subsidiary of Autoscope Technologies, announces the eighth modification to its agreement with Econolite, adding a new product to their partnership.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Bonaccord Invests in Prime Finance's Commercial Real Estate Credit Platform
Bonaccord has made a minority investment in Prime Finance to support its strategic priorities in commercial real estate credit.
Bonaccord Makes Minority Investment in Prime Finance
Bonaccord has invested in Prime Finance, a commercial real estate credit platform, to support its strategic priorities including balance sheet strengthening and platform expansion.
US Army selects Carlyle and KKR for $2bn AI data centres
The US Army has chosen Carlyle Group and KKR to develop two AI-focused data centres valued at roughly $2bn each in Texas and Utah, according to a report.
Permira Explores Distressed Software Loans Amid AI Market Fears
Permira, a €85bn global private equity firm, targets software loans affected by AI disruption, as reported by Private Equity Wire.
Permira Explores Distressed Software Loans Amid AI Volatility
Permira, a global private equity firm, is targeting software loans affected by AI fears, according to a report by Private Equity Wire.
NurExone Announces Sublicense Agreement for U.S. Subsidiary
NurExone Biologic Inc. grants sublicense rights to Exo-Top Inc. to support U.S. manufacturing and development of exosome therapies.
NurExone Biologic Inc. Announces Sublicense Agreement for U.S. Manufacturing
NurExone Biologic Inc. grants sublicense rights to its U.S. subsidiary Exo-Top Inc. to support manufacturing and development of exosome therapies, as announced on March 26, 2026.
One Equity Partners Acquires UK Wholesale Distributor Kitwave Group
Private equity firm One Equity Partners has completed the acquisition of Kitwave Group, a UK-based distributor of food, beverages, and consumables, according to Private Equity Wire.
One Equity Partners Completes Acquisition of Kitwave Group
Private equity firm One Equity Partners acquires UK-based wholesale distributor Kitwave Group, serving foodservice and retail sectors.
Etna Capital Affiliate Acquires CodeRoad
An affiliate of Etna Capital has acquired CodeRoad, a provider of digital engineering, software development, and AI solutions for North American enterprises.
EOS IM and Capital Dynamics Sell 194MW Italian Solar Portfolio
EOS Investment Management Group and Capital Dynamics have sold a 194MW solar portfolio in Italy to Sonnedix, involving six plants in Lazio.
Gordon Brothers Expands Broyhill Brand with Three New Licensees
Gordon Brothers announces expansion of Broyhill furniture brand through three new licensees, set to launch at High Point Market in April 2026.
Gordon Brothers Expands Broyhill with Three New Licensees
Gordon Brothers announces three new licensees for the Broyhill brand as part of its revitalization efforts, with a launch at the High Point Market in April 2026.
KKR to Acquire Nothing Bundt Cakes from Roark Capital in Over $2 Billion Deal
KKR is set to buy the US bakery chain Nothing Bundt Cakes from Roark Capital in a transaction valued at more than $2 billion, including debt.
