The SoftBank Group’s proposed $18 billion (2 trillion yen) IPO would mark it as one of the biggest listings by a Japanese company. On Monday, the SoftBank Group Corp disclosed, it is considering an IPO for its Japanese wireless business… Read More ›
mergers & acquisitions
M&A activity peaks in 2017
This marks the highest levels since the 2007-2009 financial crisis. Analysts opine that after the passing of the U.S. Tax bill, M&A activity could pick up in 2018. 2017 has been a strong year for the M&A scene with activity… Read More ›
Dutch paintmaker Akzo Nobel in early acquisition talks with U.S. Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
As per analysts, although the going is likely to be tough for Akzo, the company is under heightened pressure to deliver given its past behavior and performance. On Monday, Akzo Nobel, the Dutch paints and coatings maker who came under… Read More ›
Brexit has made British companies vulnerable to acquisitions
The shock verdict has led to a fall of business and investor confidence in the British economy. The fall of the pound has made the UK companies easy picking for foreign companies who have snapped up lucrative deals. The shocking… Read More ›