Tagged: mergers

June 23, 2026 @ 10:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK Finance has indicated that mergers and acquisitions have always reflected the broader state of global markets. As the second half of 2026 approaches, deal activity is recovering, but the backdrop remains intricate. Geopolitical tensions, regulatory shifts, technological change, cybersecurity demands, and evolving shareholder priorities… Read More

August 27, 2025 @ 8:35 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The first half of 2025 has painted a dynamic picture of the tech exit landscape, characterized by record-breaking mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in artificial intelligence, cautious optimism for initial public offerings (IPOs), and a rising wave of secondary transactions. According to the State of Tech… Read More

June 1, 2025 @ 5:51 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Major transformation programs and further consolidation in Australia is likely within the nation’s superannuation sector, as funds tackle “significant changes to member demographics, stakeholder expectations, competition and regulatory scrutiny.” According to KPMG Australia’s latest Super Insights report, which looks at recent data from APRA FY24… Read More

February 27, 2022 @ 7:14 pm By Stephen Lemon  |  

  M&A activity in Fintech hit record levels last year with companies around the world raising an eye-watering $132 billion, according to CB Insights’ 2021 State of Venture Report. We saw big deals, lots of firms going public, mergers left, right & centre, and Fintech… Read More

February 19, 2021 @ 5:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Accuity and LexisNexis Risk Solutions have confirmed that they’re planning to merge their business operations. Accuity will reportedly become a part of the LexisNexis Risk Solutions Group which currently operates in over 100 different countries. Both companies are a part of RELX, a multinational provider… Read More

February 4, 2021 @ 9:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nearly 300 SPACs are currently seeking deals with $90 billion in available cash. Fintech firm Payoneer is also planning to go public through a SPAC that will reportedly be led by Bancorp founder Betsy Cohen. Payoneer’s management noted that they intend to merge with a… Read More

August 21, 2020 @ 9:59 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital banking or the use of online services and platforms may have been accelerated due to the COVID-19 outbreak, which had led to many countries enforcing nationwide lockdowns. While many countries are now beginning to “re-open” their businesses, the Coronavirus crisis has led to major… Read More

September 27, 2019 @ 4:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The majority of US-based credit unions seeking mergers intend to work with banks or Fintech firms, instead of merging with another credit union, according to a recent study by Chicago-based consulting company West Monroe Partners. West Monroe noted in its report: “Credit union leaders feel… Read More