M&A
The $22 Billion Energy Gambit: Chevron and a PE Giant Eye a Sanctioned Russian Prize
A look at the $22bn bid by Chevron and Quantum Energy Partners for sanctioned Russian oil giant Lukoil’s international assets, a major geopolitical move.
Canned Cocktails, Canned Profits? The Beverage Industry’s High-Stakes Bet on Ready-to-Drink
Canned cocktails are a booming market, but for beverage giants like Diageo, this high-growth segment comes with low margins and risks of brand dilution.
The Great London Talent Grab: Why US Law Firms Are Fueling a Record Partner Hiring Spree
London’s legal sector saw a record 668 partner hires in 2025, a 21% surge fueled by aggressive expansion from US law firms targeting high-finance.
Beyond the Barrel: Why BP’s $6 Billion Castrol Deal Signals a Seismic Shift in Energy Investing
BP’s $6bn sale of a Castrol stake to Stonepeak isn’t just a deal; it’s a sign of a seismic shift in energy, finance, and private capital investment.
Beyond the Headlines: Binance’s Trust Deficit, Apollo’s Defensive Play, and the Private Equity Squeeze
Binance’s compliance woes, Apollo’s defensive shift, and a private equity squeeze signal a new era of risk and strategy in global finance.
The $108 Billion Rejection: Why Warner Bros. Is Slamming the Door on Paramount’s Mega-Merger
Warner Bros. Discovery is set to reject a $108bn bid from Paramount, a move signaling a major shift in media M&A strategy amid debt and regulatory fears.
Hollywood’s Endgame: Decoding the High-Stakes M&A Battle Reshaping Entertainment
A deep dive into the M&A battles reshaping Hollywood, as Netflix’s dominance forces rivals like Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery into a fight for survival.
Marblegate’s Strategic Play for Raistone: The Future of Fintech and Supply Chain Finance
A deep dive into the Marblegate-Raistone deal, exploring its impact on fintech, supply chain finance, and the future of strategic investing.
The Streaming Endgame: Inside the High-Stakes Battle for Warner Bros. Discovery
A legendary studio is up for grabs. Explore the high-stakes battle as Paramount and Netflix vie to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery in a deal for the ages.
Netflix Acquiring Warner Bros.? Analyzing the Multi-Billion Dollar Joke That’s No Laughing Matter
While the FT’s “Netflix bids for Warner Bros” was a joke, the strategic and financial implications of such a mega-merger are seriously compelling.
Hollywood’s High-Stakes Reboot: Inside Paramount’s Audacious Bid for Warner Bros. and the Tech Driving the Streaming Wars
Paramount’s audacious bid for Warner Bros. isn’t just a Hollywood drama; it’s a tech story about AI, cloud, and the fight for streaming survival.
Hollywood’s $108B AI Power Play: Why the Paramount vs. Warner Bros. Saga is a Tech Epic
A $108bn Hollywood deal collapses, revealing a high-stakes battle over AI, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and the future of media technology.