Anirban Sen
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KKR closes in on deal to buy Japanese medical gear maker Topcon
Topcon has a market value of about 323.4 billion yen ($2.15 billion).
KKR, EQT said to have bid for Japanese eyecare products maker TopCon
TopCon shares rose as much as 23% on Wednesday.
Saudi Aramco unit in talks to invest $1b in US software maker Mavenir: report
The deal by Aramco Digital would be its first major transaction in a telco.
Blackstone to buy majority stake in sandwich chain Jersey Mike’s Subs
Blackstone is said to be nearing a deal for Jersey Mike's at around $8 billion, including debt.
Blackstone in advanced talks to acquire US shopping centre owner Retail Opportunity
If the talks are successful, a deal could be finalised in the coming weeks.
US food giant Mars to acquire Pringles maker Kellanova for nearly $30b
The potential Kellanova deal would be the biggest ever for Mars.
Buyout firm L Catterton said to have made acquisition offer to Mattel
The move could prompt other potential suitors to consider bids for Mattel, including rival Hasbro.
Dealmakers optimistic about global M&A rebound despite sluggish growth
Top i-bankers and lawyers said their pipelines were in robust shape going into the latter half of the year.
Global M&A activity bounces back in Q1 but APAC deals slump
US M&A volumes surged 59%. European deals jumped 64%, but APAC volumes fell 40%.
SoftBank-backed Cohesity to buy Veritas data security unit in $7b merger
The acquisition is expected to help Cohesity achieve positive growth margins and expand into international markets.
