The European Commission has unconditionally approved Nvidia's acquisition of Israeli AI firm Run:ai, dismissing antitrust concerns raised by Italian regulators. While the deal clears EU hurdles, it's still under review by the U.S. Department of Justice, with no set approval timeline.

Modon Holding of Abu Dhabi now fully owns La Zagaleta, a premier estate in Spain's Costa del Sol, marking its entry into European luxury real estate. The acquisition includes plans for new developments, enhancing luxury amenities while expanding Modon's international presence.

West Monroe has acquired Inspired Health, boosting its life sciences capabilities and expanding its global footprint. The deal enhances West Monroe's market insights and strategy services for pharma and life sciences clients, anticipating a 30% revenue increase in the sector.

CapitaLand Ascendas REIT will acquire the DHL Indianapolis Logistics Center for S$150.3 million, marking its first U.S. sale and leaseback deal. This move enhances their U.S. portfolio by 35.3%, boosting assets to S$587.5 million, and promises a stable income stream with a long-term lease to DHL USA.

Legacy Sports Partners acquired Danish football club Vendsyssel FF, with legal assistance from Husch Blackwell. The diverse ownership group includes reggaeton star Blessd and footballer Joachim Andersen.

Longpoint Partners has acquired The Hills Village Center in New Jersey as part of a $61.9 million deal including another plaza in Phoenix. The center, anchored by Kings Food Market, boasts high occupancy and significant traffic, aligning with Longpoint's strategy to enhance cultural shopping experiences.

Mergers and acquisitions have hit $3.45 trillion in 2024, up 15% from last year, recovering from a decade-low. Key growth drivers include private equity buyouts and a strong tech sector, with predictions for even higher activity in 2025 due to anticipated pro-business U.S. policies.

Private equity firms are increasingly targeting undervalued public companies, pushing take-private deal values to $71.6 billion in Q2 2024, up from $16.1 billion in Q1. This surge, driven by tech companies and strong market positions, is slowing as valuations rise, but notable deals like Novolex's $6.7 billion Pactiv Evergreen acquisition continue to shape the landscape.

H.I.G. Capital has expanded its European logistics footprint by acquiring four last-mile delivery facilities in France, enhancing its presence in a competitive sector. These facilities, leased to major operators like Amazon and XPO, reflect a strategic focus on fast-growing e-commerce demands and highlight investor interest in logistics infrastructure.

Perplexity, a $9 billion AI search company, acquires Seattle's Carbon to boost enterprise search by integrating diverse data sources. This move enhances Perplexity's standing in a competitive AI market.

Cart.com has acquired OceanX from Guthy-Renker, enhancing its logistics capabilities with 17 fulfillment centers and 1,600 employees. Bill Guthy will join as a strategic advisor to expand Cart.com’s multichannel reach.

Korean Air finalized its 1.8 trillion won purchase of Asiana Airlines, the year's sole major M&A deal over 1 trillion won in South Korea. The acquisition highlights a cautious M&A environment amid economic challenges, with overall investment plummeting nearly 40%.

RXO CEO Drew Wilkerson announced the acquisition of Coyote Logistics, aiming to double RXO's freight brokerage size and enhance operational efficiency. The strategic move focuses on integrating technology platforms to streamline processes and leverage complementary customer bases in different sectors.

CapitaLand Ascendas REIT has acquired the DHL Indianapolis Logistics Center for $150.3 million, marking its first U.S. deal. This strategic move, enhancing CLAR's logistics portfolio, promises stable income with a long lease term.

FE International partners with Funden to boost early-stage fundraising by linking founders to over 1,100 global venture capital firms. This alliance aims to expand Funden's reach, helping startups secure crucial investment funds, as $317 billion in VC capital remains available against high competition.

Arctic Wolf acquires Cylance's endpoint security tech from BlackBerry for $160 million, aiming to bolster its Aurora platform. This move is seen as a strategic push to compete with giants like CrowdStrike.

AE Industrial Partners acquires Israeli spyware firm Paragon for up to $900 million, marking a significant move in the spyware industry. The deal follows a recent $2 million contract with ICE for a hacking solution, emphasizing Paragon's growing influence and capabilities.

EY forecasts a 10% rise in M&A activity for 2025, with aviation potentially exceeding expectations due to increasing air travel and profit. However, risks like consumer spending changes and trade tensions could impact this growth.

GLAS has finalized its acquisition of Watiga Trust and Watiga Asia, strengthening its loan agency and trustee services in Asia. This expansion, approved by Singapore’s MAS, boosts GLAS's regional presence.