#acquisitions

#acquisitions

Navigating pensions after company acquisitions can be complicated, but reaching out to HR and relevant boards is crucial.

TikTok is forming a music content team to enhance global partnership and acquisition strategies in the music industry.

Rithm's acquisitions in 2023 strengthened its asset management and mortgage servicing capabilities, leading to substantial financial growth.

Cruise, once a key player in robotaxi services, is now a GM subsidiary after major staff reductions.

Future of autonomous vehicles may hinge on retaining talent from Cruise.

Robert Steel has had an illustrious finance career advising major firms like BlackRock on strategic acquisitions in alternative assets.

Big Pharma will increase acquisitions in 2025 due to patent expirations of major drugs.

The brewing industry experienced significant volatility in 2024, highlighted by notable job changes, closures, and innovative product launches like Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre's Gin & Juice.

The Dutch startup ecosystem is growing increasingly attractive to international investors and buyers, highlighted by a 63% acquisition rate by non-Dutch companies.

The mortgage landscape is expected to remain challenging in 2025, but Guild Mortgage plans to capitalize on opportunities through strategic acquisitions.

Havas is now an independent and publicly traded company, enhancing its ability to grow and pursue mergers and acquisitions.

Citrix is enhancing zero-trust security measures through acquisitions to better protect hybrid work environments.

Sony's potential acquisition of Kadokawa may significantly impact the Japanese tabletop gaming industry.

Effective product management differs significantly between small and large companies, impacting responsibility, prioritization, and the nature of the product work.

Phil Spencer acknowledges interest in Xbox handhelds but emphasizes it's in early stages with focus on market research.

Nintendo prefers organic expansion over acquisitions to maintain its creative culture.

Startups are far more likely to be acquired than to go public, despite the IPO mythos in Silicon Valley.

LICT Corporation has received a $100 million credit facility to boost its rural broadband expansion and acquisition efforts.

Reddit is changing the digital advertising landscape with new features like keyword targeting and AI audience expansion.

Channel 4 aims to modernize its streaming service to compete with giants like Netflix and Disney+ through improved user experience.

Zeta Global's acquisition of LiveIntent strengthens its marketing technology capabilities in the publishing sector.

Figma acquires companies to enhance technology and eliminate competition, exemplified by its purchases of Diagram and Visly.

Mars Wrigley U.K. profits doubled in 2023, reflecting strategic investments and adaptations to evolving consumer preferences.

Shareholders to receive £600 million in dividends, marking a significant increase from last year.

Oracle Advertising has shut down, marking the end of a decade-long journey that began with the acquisition of key firms.

The closure was unexpected for industry insiders but reflects Oracle's focus on other business areas.

Global mergers and acquisitions increased in value by 5% in early 2024, despite a 25% decrease in the number of transactions.