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Private Credit Firms Eye Public Companies as Their Next Target

For years, private credit firms have focused on financing private equity buyouts or closely held companies that had limited access to capital.

For years, private credit firms have focused on financing private equity buyouts or closely held companies that had limited access to capital. Now, they are zeroing in on their next frontier: Large public companies that want to diversify their funding mix.
Bloomberg Markets • Sep 18, 03:18 PM
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Keensight Buys Majority Stake in Isto in $1 Billion Deal

European private equity firm Keensight Capital agreed to acquire a majority stake in orthobiologic product maker Isto Biologics from Thompson Street Capital Partners, as the pickup in mid-sized deals continues.

European private equity firm Keensight Capital agreed to acquire a majority stake in orthobiologic product maker Isto Biologics from Thompson Street Capital Partners, as the pickup in mid-sized deals continues.
Bloomberg Markets • Sep 17, 12:35 PM
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Nordic Capital Hits Half of Flagship Fund’s €10 Billion Target

Nordic Capital has so far amassed €5 billion ($6 billion) for its latest flagship buyout fund, reaching half of the firm’s target as it nears a first close, according to people familiar with the matter.

Nordic Capital has so far amassed €5 billion ($6 billion) for its latest flagship buyout fund, reaching half of the firm’s target as it nears a first close, according to people familiar with the matter.
Bloomberg Markets • Sep 17, 11:14 AM
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Oracle investors are eager for a TikTok deal. A fresh delay calls that into question.

Investors are betting a TikTok acquisition could diversify Oracle’s revenue beyond its massive AI backlog, but with the deal’s final terms still opaque, the transaction is far from guaranteed.

Investors are betting a TikTok acquisition could diversify Oracle’s revenue beyond its massive AI backlog, but with the deal’s final terms still opaque, the transaction is far from guaranteed.
MarketWatch - Top Stories • Sep 16, 08:18 PM
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Oracle’s stock rises on hopes for a TikTok deal. But will it finally happen this time?

Investors are betting a TikTok acquisition could diversify Oracle’s revenue beyond its massive AI backlog, but with the deal’s final terms still opaque, the transaction is far from guaranteed.

Investors are betting a TikTok acquisition could diversify Oracle’s revenue beyond its massive AI backlog, but with the deal’s final terms still opaque, the transaction is far from guaranteed.
MarketWatch - Top Stories • Sep 16, 04:29 PM
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Microsoft Acquires AI Startup for $2.3B

Major tech acquisition signals continued AI investment boom

Microsoft Corporation announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Advanced AI Solutions, a leading artificial intelligence startup, for approximately $2.3 billion in cash. The acquisition is expected to close in the second quarter of 2024, subject to regulatory approvals.
Microsoft News • Sep 15, 10:38 PM
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Rumor: Apple Considering Major Acquisition

Sources suggest Apple may be evaluating strategic acquisition targets

Industry sources indicate that Apple Inc. is actively evaluating potential acquisition targets in the artificial intelligence and augmented reality sectors. While no specific targets have been confirmed, the company is reportedly seeking to strengthen its position in emerging technologies.
Tech Industry Sources • Sep 15, 10:38 PM