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.
OpenAI's 2026 Acquisitions Approach 2025 Levels
OpenAI has made six acquisitions in 2026, nearly matching the eight it completed in 2025, as it expands in AI through M&A.
20/20 BioLabs Announces Exclusive U.S. License with ROKIT Healthcare
20/20 BioLabs has entered an exclusive U.S. license agreement with ROKIT Healthcare to integrate CKD prediction technology into its Longevity Test Program, as per a recent announcement.
20/20 BioLabs Secures Exclusive U.S. License with ROKIT Healthcare for CKD Technology
20/20 BioLabs announces a licensing agreement with ROKIT Healthcare to integrate CKD prediction into its longevity platform, as per GlobeNewswire PE.
Blackstone Evaluating IPL Minority Stake
Blackstone is considering a minority investment of $200m to $300m in IPL teams via its BXPE fund, marking its first sports ownership move.
Blackstone Evaluating Minority Stake in IPL Teams
Blackstone is considering a $200m-$300m investment in IPL teams via BXPE, potentially marking its first entry into sports ownership.
Apollo and Bain Among Bidders for Continental's ContiTech Unit
Apollo Global Management and Bain Capital are progressing in the auction for Continental AG's ContiTech division, valued at approximately €3.5bn to over €4bn.
Yatiri Bio Enters Exclusive Option Agreement for Denfivontinib with Oscotec
Yatiri Bio announces an exclusive global option to license denfivontinib from Oscotec for AML treatment, using its AI-driven platform.
Yatiri Bio Secures Exclusive Option for Denfivontinib Licensing from Oscotec
Yatiri Bio announced an exclusive global option to license denfivontinib from Oscotec for AML treatment, utilizing its AI-driven platform.
Banks Launch $4.7bn Loan for CD&R's Sealed Air Acquisition
Banks are arranging a $4.7bn leveraged loan to finance CD&R's buyout of Sealed Air, part of a larger debt package for the $6.2bn deal.
Spire Healthcare Sale Process Continues After Bridgepoint and Triton Withdraw
Spire Healthcare remains in talks for a potential sale despite Bridgepoint and Triton declining to bid, as reported by Private Equity Wire.
Spire Healthcare Sale Process Ongoing After Bridgepoint and Triton Withdraw
Spire Healthcare continues sale discussions despite Bridgepoint and Triton declining to bid, with no certainty of a deal.
Viventium Acquires Perks4Care, Backed by LLR Partners
Berkeley Heights-based Viventium, a human capital management provider for the post-acute market, has acquired the caregiver rewards platform Perks4Care.
KKR to Sell CoolIT for $4.75 Billion
KKR plans to sell its data center liquid cooling company CoolIT for $4.75 billion, with the deal expected to close in the third quarter of 2026.
3M and Bain Acquire Madison Fire & Rescue for $1.95B
3M and Bain are acquiring Madison Fire & Rescue for $1.95 billion and merging it with 3M's Scott Safety division to form a new fire and safety platform, according to a PE Hub report.
3M and Bain to Acquire Madison Fire & Rescue for $1.95B
3M and Bain Capital are acquiring Madison Fire & Rescue for $1.95 billion to merge it with 3M's Scott Safety division, forming a new fire and safety platform.
Firms Target Healthcare Benefits Management Investments
InTandem, NMS Capital, and WestView Capital pursue opportunities in healthcare benefits management, while B-Flexion Life Sciences completes a specialty pharmaceutical merger, as reported by PE Hub.
InTandem, NMS, WestView Target Healthcare Benefits Management; B-Flexion Life Sciences Completes Merger
Firms like InTandem, NMS Capital, and WestView Capital pursue healthcare benefits management investments, while B-Flexion Life Sciences finalizes a specialty pharmaceutical merger, as reported by PE H
3M and Bain Capital Acquire Madison Fire & Rescue for $1.95 Billion
3M and Bain Capital are acquiring Madison Fire & Rescue in a $1.95 billion deal, with 3M contributing its Scott Safety division and retaining a controlling stake.
3M and Bain Capital Acquire Madison Fire & Rescue for $1.95bn
3M and Bain Capital are acquiring Madison Fire & Rescue in a $1.95bn deal, with 3M contributing its Scott Safety division and retaining a controlling stake.
Gryphon-Backed ACA Acquires HVAC Manufacturer Northern Air
Gryphon-backed ACA has acquired Northern Air, an HVAC systems manufacturer, as reported by PE Hub.
Gryphon-Backed ACA Acquires HVAC Systems Manufacturer Northern Air
Gryphon-backed ACA has acquired Northern Air, an HVAC systems manufacturer, as reported by PE Hub.
Palladium Equity to Acquire DME Express from WayPoint Capital Partners
Palladium Equity is acquiring hospice medical equipment provider DME Express from WayPoint Capital Partners, according to PE Hub.
Swarmer's IPO and Defense Tech Exits
Venture Capital Journal discusses whether Swarmer's drone software IPO signals broader exits for defense tech firms or benefits only select VCs.
Swarmer's IPO Prompts Debate on Defense Tech Exits
The IPO of drone software maker Swarmer raises questions about potential waves of exits in the defense tech sector, as discussed in a Venture Capital Journal article.
Blackstone Leads $1.3bn Financing for Paratek-Radius Merger
Blackstone Inc heads a $1.3bn private funding package for the merger of Paratek Pharmaceuticals and Radius Health, involving key lenders like Sixth Street Partners.
JPMorgan Chase Leads $2bn Loan Sale for Janus Henderson Acquisition
JPMorgan Chase is heading a $2bn leveraged loan package to support the $7.4bn buyout of Janus Henderson by Trian Fund Management and General Catalyst.
Red Light Holland Engages Kala Bio's AI for PEX010 Development
Red Light Holland has engaged Kala Bio's Researgency.ai platform to advance the clinical development of Filament's PEX010 psilocybin drug candidate, as announced on March 18, 2026.
Red Light Holland Engages Kala Bio’s AI for PEX010 Psilocybin Development
Red Light Holland has engaged Kala Bio’s Researgency.ai platform to advance the clinical development of Filament’s PEX010 botanical psilocybin drug candidate, as per a March 18, 2026 announcement.
VVMF Enters Licensing Agreement with OXB for Viral Vector Platforms
Australia's Viral Vector Manufacturing Facility signs a licensing deal with OXB for access to advanced viral vector technologies, announced on March 18, 2026.
VVMF Secures Licensing Agreement with OXB for Viral Vector Platforms
Australia's Viral Vector Manufacturing Facility enters licensing deal with OXB for access to advanced viral vector technologies, announced on March 18, 2026.
L Catterton Plans $313m Investment in Japanese Consumer Sector
US private investment firm L Catterton aims to deploy $313m across five Japanese consumer businesses over three years, targeting specific sectors and business types.
Apollo in Talks for Minority Stake in CVC's Syntegon at €4bn Valuation
Apollo Global Management is negotiating a significant minority stake in Syntegon, owned by CVC Capital Partners, at a potential €4bn valuation.
1606 Corp. Signs Agreement for 132-Acre Data Center Property in Texas
1606 Corp. has agreed to acquire a 132-acre property in Lufkin, Texas, with infrastructure for data centers and a power generation facility, valued at $164 million for the power asset.
1606 Corp. to Acquire 132-Acre Data Center Property in Texas
1606 Corp. has signed an agreement to buy a 132-acre property in Lufkin, Texas, with infrastructure for data centers and a power generation facility, for about $11.2 million.
Nordic Capital Acquires Majority Stake in TradingHub
Nordic Capital is buying a majority stake in trade surveillance firm TradingHub, with existing investor Summit Partners retaining a minority stake, according to PE Hub.
Nordic Capital to Buy Majority Stake in TradingHub
Nordic Capital is acquiring a majority stake in the trade surveillance company TradingHub, with existing investor Summit Partners retaining a minority stake.
PE-Backed Technimark Acquires Rage Custom Plastics
Technimark, a maker of injection-molded components, has acquired Rage Custom Plastics, as detailed in a PE Hub report.
HVAC Service Providers and Component Makers See Increased PE Activity
PE Hub highlights more HVAC companies on the market with deal valuations ranging from 10x to 19x EBITDA for private equity transactions.
More HVAC Service Providers and Component Makers on the Block
PE Hub highlights increasing availability of HVAC service providers and component makers, with specific PE deal valuations for residential and commercial sectors.
EQT Prepares Bid for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in $2bn IPL Sale
EQT is set to submit a binding offer for the IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru, potentially valuing it at $2bn-$2.1bn, amid a competitive sale process led by United Spirits.
Blackford Capital Launches HVAC Platform with Habco and Moro
Blackford Capital has consolidated its acquisitions of Habco Partnership and Moro Corporation into a new platform for HVAC and construction services.
Bain Capital Acquires Perpetual's Wealth Management for $350m
Perpetual Limited agrees to sell its wealth management business to Bain Capital for $350m upfront as part of its operational streamlining strategy.
Oaktree-Backed Aecon Utilities Acquires Duna Services and Stake in KNX
Aecon Utilities, with backing from Oaktree, has purchased Duna Services and a stake in KNX Utility Services for $60 million, as reported by PE Hub.
Zevra Therapeutics Sells SDX Portfolio to Commave for $50 Million
Zevra Therapeutics announced the sale of its SDX portfolio, including AZSTARYS and KP1077, to Commave Therapeutics for $50 million on March 16, 2026, settling a prior lawsuit.
EQT Completes Final Exit from Galderma with $5bn Block Trade
EQT fully exited Galderma through a $5.5bn share sale, the largest sponsor-backed block trade on record, as detailed in recent reports.
EQT Exits Galderma Investment with $5.5bn Block Trade
EQT has completed its full exit from Galderma through a $5.5bn share sale, marking the largest sponsor-backed block trade on record.
Mountain Commerce Bancorp Shareholders Approve Merger with Home Bancshares
Shareholders of Mountain Commerce Bancorp approved a merger with Home Bancshares, with closure expected early in the second quarter of 2026.
Rogo Acquires Offset to Integrate AI Agents in Finance
Rogo, an AI platform for financial institutions, announced the acquisition of Offset on March 13, 2026, to enhance AI capabilities in financial workflows.
Rogo Acquires Offset to Integrate AI Agents in Financial Workflows
Rogo, an AI platform for financial institutions, announced its acquisition of Offset on March 13, 2026, to enhance AI capabilities in financial workflows.
Rogo Acquires Offset to Integrate AI Agents into Financial Workflows
Rogo announces acquisition of Offset to enhance AI capabilities in financial workflows, following its recent funding round.
