The only free news source for serious moves across finance

Closer's Corner
Breaking news in finance without breaking open the wallet -- information democratized 💸Your source for the biggest moves in LBO, PE, M&A, and Wealth ManagementFollow us on Twitter for finance moves delivered straight to your home feed -- Enable notifications for real-time alerts straight to your home screenBreaking news in finance without breaking open the wallet -- information democratized 💸Your source for the biggest moves in LBO, PE, M&A, and Wealth ManagementFollow us on Twitter for finance moves delivered straight to your home feed -- Enable notifications for real-time alerts straight to your home screen

#merger

Latest news tagged with #merger

REG

Here Are Trump’s Options If the Supreme Court Says His Tariffs Are Illegal

The future of much of President Donald Trump’s tariff campaign rests in the hands of the US Supreme Court, which will decide whether he can use an emergency law that had previously never been wielded to impose import taxes.

The future of much of President Donald Trump’s tariff campaign rests in the hands of the US Supreme Court, which will decide whether he can use an emergency law that had previously never been wielded to impose import taxes.
Bloomberg Politics • Nov 4, 8:35 PM
MA

Criteo S.A. Initiates Corporate Redomiciliation to Luxembourg Ahead of Potential U.S. Listing

Criteo S.A. has announced its plan to redomicile from France to Luxembourg through a corporate conversion, paving the way for a direct listing on Nasdaq. This strategic move aims to enhance shareholder value and expand access to U.S. capital markets while retaining its French heritage.

Criteo S.A. (the 'Company'), a French public limited liability company, is embarking on a significant corporate transformation by initiating a redomiciliation to Luxembourg. This transformation will occur through a cross-border conversion (the 'Conversion') of Criteo into a Luxembourg public limited liability company, referred to as 'Lux Criteo.' The move is designed to better position Criteo for a direct listing on Nasdaq and is contingent upon shareholder approval, which will be sought at a general meeting...
USFM • Nov 4, 6:27 PM
CAP

Diamond: US Banking Sector to Consolidate Significantly

M&A in the financial services sector will lead to over 3,000 US banks being acquired in the next 2-3 years as regulators embrace consolidation of the industry, says Bob Diamond, Founding Partner and CEO of Atlas Merchant Capital and former CEO of Barclays.

M&A in the financial services sector will lead to over 3,000 US banks being acquired in the next 2-3 years as regulators embrace consolidation of the industry, says Bob Diamond, Founding Partner and CEO of Atlas Merchant Capital and former CEO of Barclays. “Today we have 4,500 banks...We think that there’s going to be consolidation that takes that number of 4,500 to something closer to 1,000 or 1,500 literally over the next 2 to 3...
Bloomberg Markets • Nov 4, 3:00 PM
MA

Equity Bancshares Announces Merger with Frontier Holdings: A Strategic Move to Enhance Market Position

Equity Bancshares, Inc. has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Frontier Holdings, LLC, aiming to bolster its operational scale and market presence. The transaction, valued at approximately $2,893.49 per Frontier unit, is expected to close in early 2026, pending member approval from Frontier.

Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) is set to merge with Frontier Holdings, LLC in a strategic acquisition designed to expand its footprint in the financial services sector. The merger, formalized on August 29, 2025, involves Equity's wholly owned subsidiary, Winston Merger Sub, Inc., which will merge with Frontier, allowing Frontier to continue as a subsidiary of Equity. Following this, Frontier will be merged into Equity, with Equity surviving the transaction. The financial terms of the...
USFM • Nov 4, 2:20 PM
CAP

Diamond Sees M&A Taking Out 3,000 US Banks in 2-3 Years

Bob Diamond, founding partner and CEO of Atlas Merchant Capital, says there’s an opportunity to drastically reduce the number of US banks as regulators embrace consolidation of the industry.

Bob Diamond, founding partner and CEO of Atlas Merchant Capital, says there’s an opportunity to drastically reduce the number of US banks as regulators embrace consolidation of the industry. “Today we have 4,500 banks,” Diamond tells Bloomberg Television. “We think that there’s going to be consolidation that takes that number of 4,500 to something closer to 1,000 or 1,500 literally over the next 2 to 3 years.
Bloomberg Markets • Nov 4, 10:31 AM
MA

Criteo S.A. Announces Strategic Redomiciliation and Merger Plans with Lux Criteo

Criteo S.A. is set to undergo a significant corporate transformation, transitioning from a French public limited liability company to a Luxembourg public limited liability company, named Lux Criteo. This strategic redomiciliation aims to enhance shareholder value and liquidity, positioning the company for potential inclusion in U.S. indices and greater capital management flexibility.

Criteo S.A. (NASDAQ: CRTO), a leading global technology company specializing in digital advertising, has announced a pivotal corporate action involving the redomiciliation from France to Luxembourg. This transaction, referred to as the "Conversion," will see Criteo S.A. transform into a Luxembourg public limited liability company, named Lux Criteo, pending shareholder approval. The move is designed to offer Criteo several advantages, including potential inclusion in U.S. indices, which could significantly expand the company’s access to passive...
USFM • Nov 4, 1:23 AM
CAP

Goldman CEO Sees Tremendous Backlog of Large M&A Deals

The current environment for large mergers and acquisitions is quite “constructive” for 2026 and 2027, particularly in the US, according to the chief executive officer of Goldman Sachs Group Inc.

The current environment for large mergers and acquisitions is quite “constructive” for 2026 and 2027, particularly in the US, according to the chief executive officer of Goldman Sachs Group Inc.
Bloomberg Markets • Nov 4, 12:43 AM
MA

Equity Bancshares to Acquire Frontier Holdings in Strategic Merger Valued at Approximately $123 Million

Equity Bancshares, Inc. has entered into a merger agreement to acquire Frontier Holdings, LLC in a deal valued at approximately $123 million, comprising stock and cash consideration. This strategic move aims to enhance Equity's market presence and expand its operations in Nebraska.

In a significant corporate transaction, Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) has announced its intention to acquire Frontier Holdings, LLC through a merger agreement dated August 29, 2025. The deal will see Equity's wholly-owned subsidiary, Winston Merger Sub, Inc., merge with Frontier, with Frontier continuing as a wholly owned subsidiary of Equity. Following this, Frontier will be merged into Equity, finalizing the restructuring. The transaction is valued at approximately $123 million, with the structure involving both...
USFM • Nov 3, 11:17 PM
MA

Criteo S.A. to Redomicile from France to Luxembourg in Strategic Move to Enhance Shareholder Value

Criteo S.A. has announced its plans to convert from a French public limited liability company to a Luxembourg public limited liability company, with a subsequent aim to list its ordinary shares directly on Nasdaq. This strategic redomiciliation is designed to broaden access to U.S. investment capital and enhance flexibility in capital management.

In a pivotal corporate action, Criteo S.A. (the 'Company'), a French public limited liability company, has initiated steps to redomicile to Luxembourg through a cross-border conversion (the 'Conversion'). This move, which is subject to shareholder approval, is aimed at enhancing the company’s operational agility and driving shareholder value. Following the successful Conversion, Criteo plans to directly list its ordinary shares on the Nasdaq stock exchange. The Conversion is anticipated to provide several strategic benefits for...
USFM • Nov 3, 10:19 PM
CAP

Trump Reciprocal Tariff Case Heads to Supreme Court

Rick Woldenberg believes his Chicago area educational toy businesses have been hit especially hard by Trump’s fluctuating global tariffs.

Rick Woldenberg believes his Chicago area educational toy businesses have been hit especially hard by Trump’s fluctuating global tariffs. Woldenberg’s companies sued in April to invalidate several tariffs as exceeding Trump’s authority, and now the suit will be heard before the Supreme Court. In arguments Wednesday, the court will consider striking down most of the tariffs Trump has imposed since taking office, potentially affecting trillions of dollars in trade. A ruling against Trump could mean...
Bloomberg Markets • Nov 3, 8:04 PM