JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 17, 2025

FUNDamentals is a periodic digest of news and information specifically for private funds and their managers.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 2, 2025

In Dealmaker’s Digest, read the top 10 latest developments in global transactions. We offer insights into M&A activity across industries and borders. Global M&A activity was mixed in May: aggregate deal value jumped nearly 40% month-over-month, while total deal count declined 8%.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 10, 2025

On June 17 and 18, DealFlow Events held its annual SPAC conference, a long-standing gathering of key players in the SPAC ecosystem. I was once again invited to speak at the event, which provided an opportunity to explore current challenges in the SPAC market and to gain insight into where the market is headed.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 18, 2025

At the start of the year, we surveyed M&A lawyers to gather their perspectives on the market dynamics, the year ahead, and the impact of representations and warranties insurance (RWI) on deals.

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M&A Insurance Business 157

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 15, 2025

On July 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) reached a settlement with Key Holding, LLC (Key Holding) concerning its non-U.S. subsidiary’s violations of the Cuban Assets Control Regulations (CACR), 31 C.F.R. By: Troutman Pepper Locke

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JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 19, 2025

As of mid-2025, private equity (PE) investors remain intensely interested in health care services and technology companies despite higher borrowing costs, heightened regulatory scrutiny, and an increasingly complex state review landscape. By: ArentFox Schiff

Private Equity 157

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JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 24, 2025

In its first application of the policy on voluntary self-disclosures (“VSDs”) in connection with mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”), on June 16, 2025, the US Department of Justice’s (“DOJ”) National Security Division (“NSD”) announced that it had declined to prosecute a US private equity firm after it voluntarily disclosed criminal violations of (..)

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Private Equity Equities Mergers and Acquisitions Acquisitions 175

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 20, 2025

Given the sizable number of market participants and an easing regulatory outlook, we expect to see a surge in banking merger and acquisition (M&A) activity as we look ahead towards 2025 and. By: Ankura

Mergers and Acquisitions 180

Mergers and Acquisitions Bank Banking Mergers 180

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 10, 2025

But at the start of 2025, a new regulatory framework was introduced to limit certain outbound investments and transactions by domestic entities. Navigating the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States has long been a key consideration for inbound investors to the U.S.

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Investment Investors 157

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 19, 2025

As we move toward the second half of 2025, a window of opportunity is emerging for private equity (PE) firms seeking optimal exits. By: Ankura

Private Equity 163

Private Equity Portfolio Equities Capital 163

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 11, 2025

On 3 July 2025, the UK Takeover Panel (Panel) published a new Practice Statement 36 (PS 36), which provides formal guidance on how the Panel will interpret and apply the Takeover Code to an “unlisted share alternative” (known as stub equity) in the context of a take-private transaction of a UK public company.

Equities 169

Equities Shares 169

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 23, 2025

On June 16, 2025, the Department of Justice (DOJ) National Security Division (NSD) and the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas announced the first declination of prosecution for an acquirer that self-disclosed criminal conduct discovered at an acquired entity since the issuance of the NSD’s Enforcement Policy for Business Organizations (..)

Acquisitions 157

Acquisitions M&A Business Securities 157

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 25, 2025

Driven by escalating threats, increasing costs and liability to businesses, and a growing and more defined regulatory framework, the cybersecurity market is witnessing a flurry of dealmaking activity, with 2025 already outpacing last year. By: White & Case LLP

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M&A Business 180

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 27, 2025

The clouds of uncertainty that rapidly formed in early 2025 continue to drift over the private equity landscape in Canada and globally. Tariffs and geopolitics are subduing deal making and investment opportunities, particularly in duty-exposed industries. Deeper and sharper due diligence means deals are taking longer to be done.

Private Equity 190

Private Equity Equities Investment 190

Sidley Shareholder Litigation

JUNE 23, 2025

While the number of overall shareholder activism campaigns cooled in the 2025 proxy season compared to years past, the season has been marked by its fair share of fireworks and headlines, as well as unique events and disruptions. The post Fewer Campaigns, but Much to Observe from the 2025 Proxy Season appeared first on Enhanced Scrutiny.

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European Investment Bank

JUNE 30, 2025

The EIB Group Global Impact Report 2024/2025 offers a compelling look into Europe’s pivotal role as an anchor of stability and innovation, spotlighting the EIB’s strategic investments in climate action, digital connectivity, gender equality, and the reconstruction of Ukraine.

Finance 52

Finance Finance Investment IT 52

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 17, 2025

As we continue to navigate 2025, business leaders face an increasingly complex legal landscape shaped by technological advancements, evolving regulations, and dynamic market conditions. Understanding these emerging trends is crucial for effective risk management and strategic planning. By: Segal McCambridge

Business 185

Business Risk Management Management 185

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 17, 2025

On July 15, 2025, the Federal Reserve Board released a proposed rule to revise the Large Financial Institution rating system or "LFI Framework." The proposal would change how the Fed evaluates the financial and managerial health of large bank holding companies and large U.S.

Financial Institution 150

Financial Institution Bank Banking 150

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 25, 2025

The Delaware Supreme Court’s June 17, 2025 decision in In re Columbia Pipeline Group Merger Litigation reversed a $199 million damages award against TC Energy for aiding and abetting breaches by fiduciaries of Columbia Pipeline Group relating to TC Energy’s acquisition of Columbia Pipeline.

M&A 180

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers Acquisitions 180

CNBC: Investing

JUNE 30, 2025

David Zervos' outlook on financials David Zervos of Jefferies expects financials to be one of the best performing sectors in the second half of 2025. JPMorgan 2025 year-end outlook; how to play defense sector Joyce Chang of JPMorgan has a S & P 500 forecast of 6,000 implying a 4% pullback from current levels.

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S&P Stock Media Investment 85

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 15, 2025

On July 10, 2025, the Federal Reserve unveiled a targeted proposal to recalibrate its supervisory rating framework for large bank holding companies, specifically revising the criteria for the coveted “well‑managed” status.

Bank 157

Bank Banking Management IT 157

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 26, 2025

We outline five developments reshaping compliance expectations in 2025. In-house counsel are facing a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape as Canada tightens its competition regime and shifts its foreign investment approach. By: Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Investment 163

Investment IT 163

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 20, 2025

On June 17, 2025, the Delaware Supreme Court reversed a post-trial finding of aiding and abetting liability against a third-party arm’s-length buyer.

IT 185

IT 185

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 2, 2025

In June 2025, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it declined to prosecute a private equity firm and its affiliates following the firm’s voluntary self-disclosure of criminal violations of US sanctions and export laws committed by a company it acquired.

Private Equity 169

Private Equity Equities M&A IT 169

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 26, 2025

69/2025/ND-CP, in effect since 19 May 2025. Vietnam's banking sector, historically constrained by tight foreign ownership restrictions and capital adequacy demands, is set to benefit from Decree No.

Bank 157

Bank Banking Investment Capital 157

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 30, 2025

On June 16, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”), including its National Security Division (“NSD”) and the U.S.

Private Equity 150

Private Equity Equities M&A Portfolio 150

CNBC: Investing

JULY 11, 2025

NFLX YTD mountain Shares of Netflix are outperforming the broader market in 2025. Defense contractor RTX is one, and it has also been a big winner in 2025. Advertise With Us Please Contact Us Privacy Policy CA Notice Terms of Service © 2025 CNBC LLC. Those stocks are both up about 21% year to date. All Rights Reserved.

Stock 70

Stock S&P Media Investment 70

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 11, 2025

A out of the ordinary case: a breach of contract for the sale of a business (rather than the breakdown of negotiations), and more specifically for the transfer of control of the Primonial Group. billion euros for breach of a sale agreement signed in July 2021.

Negotiation 163

Negotiation Sale Shares Business 163

CNBC: Investing

JULY 12, 2025

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Trading 124

Trading S&P Stock Healthcare 124

American Banker - Investment Banking

JULY 15, 2025

Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon said in a Tuesday statement that "the U.S. economy remained resilient" during the second quarter, adding that the recent tax cuts and potential deregulation are "positive for the economic outlook."

Economics 59

Economics Investment Banking Capital Investment 59

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 10, 2025

On June 17, 2025, the Delaware Supreme Court (Court), sitting en banc, reversed a Court of Chancery ruling that had held a bidder liable for aiding and abetting fiduciary breaches of the target’s management. By: Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

IT 169

IT Management 169

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 25, 2025

To keep you informed of recent activities, below are several of the most significant federal and state events that have influenced the Consumer Financial Services industry over the past week. By: Troutman Pepper Locke

Financial Services 156

Financial Services 156

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 11, 2025

SEC Executive Compensation Roundtable - Executive compensation disclosure requirements were the primary topic of the June 26, 2025 SEC roundtable, with particular focus on the CEO pay ratio and pay-versus-performance disclosure rules and perquisites. Several SEC Commissioners shared their perspectives on the current executive compensation.

Capital 169

Capital Shares 169

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 16, 2025

On July 11, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC” or the “Commission”) announced that it had settled an enforcement action against two individuals who were alleged to have engaged in insider trading. The SEC’s complaint in SEC v.

Profitability 169

Profitability Trading Securities IT 169

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 18, 2025

On 2 June 2025, the European Commission (the Commission) announced a landmark decision, sanctioning companies for the first time over a standalone “no-poach” cartel agreement. Another key element of the decision was its focus on the facilitation of the cartel through the use of a minority stake in a rival company.

Food 163

Food Economics IT 163

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 17, 2025

On 20 January 2025, the UAE government issued a ministerial decree (Decree) stipulating the threshold amounts for obtaining prior approval under the new merger control regime in the UAE. The Decree came.

Mergers 157

Mergers Government Shares 157

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 18, 2025

President Donald Trump issued a presidential order (the Order) on July 8, 2025, retroactively prohibiting the acquisition of Jupiter Systems LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, by Suirui International Co. a Hong Kong-based company. Suirui International and its parent company, Suirui Group Co.

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