Bids, mergers and takeovers


Playtech sets new targets as looks forward to ‘pure-play’ B2B future

Playtech PLC on Thursday said the sale of Snaitech was on track for the second quarter of 2025, as it reported a modest increase in...

Thu, 27/03/2025 - 09:25


Renewi shareholders approve takeover by Macquarie at meetings

Renewi PLC on Wednesday said its proposed takeover by Macquarie Group Ltd has been approved by shareholders at its court and general meetings.

Renewi is a...

Wed, 26/03/2025 - 18:17


IN BRIEF: HgCapital Trust invests £124 million in software firm IFS

HgCapital Trust PLC - offers access to the private equity investments of manager Hg - On Tuesday, says it will invest a further £124 million...

Wed, 26/03/2025 - 10:58


Kenmare Resources profit drops on lower prices; engages with bidders

Kenmare Resources PLC on Wednesday reported a sharp drop in annual earnings as product prices weakened, but maintained a confident outlook as it upgraded its...

Wed, 26/03/2025 - 10:37


UPDATE: Warehouse REIT gauges ‘final’ £489 million Blackstone tilt

Warehouse REIT PLC on Tuesday said it was evaluating a sweetened ‘final’ takeover proposal by suitor Blackstone.

Warehouse REIT said it is currently evaluating the...

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 13:16


Blackstone makes ‘final’ £489 million Warehouse REIT tilt

Warehouse REIT PLC suitor Blackstone on Tuesday announced a sweetened ‘final’ takeover proposal worth £489 million.

The final indicative proposal of 115 pence from Blackstone...

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 11:36


Ithaca lifts Seagull stake as buys Japan Petroleum UK North Sea assets

Ithaca Energy PLC on Tuesday said it has struck a $193 million deal to acquire Japex UK E&P Ltd, boosting its stake in the Seagull...

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 10:44


Drax beats Foresight in bid to buy Harmony Energy Income Trust

Drax Group PLC on Tuesday said it has agreed to buy Harmony Energy Income Trust PLC.

Drax, a Selby, England based electricity generator, said it will...

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 10:34


Tullow Oil sells Gabon interests for $300 million as profit jumps

Tullow Oil PLC on Tuesday said profit multiplied in 2024, despite lower revenue, as a write-off of exploration costs in the recent year was smaller...

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 10:26


Smiths Group lifts payout and makes US acquisition as profit rises

Smiths Group PLC on Tuesday raised its interim dividend and confirmed plans to continue its share buyback programme, as it reported improved profit and revenue.

London-based...

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 09:34


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