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Latest business news, analysis and developments related to M&A, with a focus on Europe, Latin America and cross-Atlantic business.
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The deal strengthens the growing agribusiness connection between Spain and Argentina, as European food groups seek strategic positioning in Latin America’s protein sector.
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Lufthansa’s planned acquisition of up to 49.9% of TAP Air Portugal for €1.2 billion aims to boost its South Atlantic presence, especially to Brazil, but regulatory and governance hurdles may delay benefits until 2028 or beyond.
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Atmos Renewables has acquired a major wind and solar portfolio from BayWa r.e., as the European developer exits Australia to focus on core markets, reshaping competition in the country's renewables sector.
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A surge in Italian acquisitions of German firms signals a shift in European investment patterns as post-pandemic recovery reshapes economic alliances.
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Nippur Fiber Holdings and Beacon are the new investors behind Metrotel’s expansion into Argentina’s mass-market telecoms business. The company plans to use Tuenti for the mobile operation built around six million lines that Telecom must divest following its acquisition of Telefónica Argentina.
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Brazilian digital banking leader Nubank has denied reports of a $10 billion takeover bid for UK-based Monzo, a move that clarifies its growth ambitions and impacts investor sentiment on both sides of the Atlantic.
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Meta's acquisition of Stockholm-based Stilla, just eight months after launch, underscores the accelerating consolidation in the AI sector as tech giants move to secure competitive advantages.
Bending Spoons will acquire 100% of Miro in a €1.7 billion all-cash deal, strengthening its presence in digital workspaces and signaling a strategic focus on operational turnarounds.
Biorsaf’s €5.2 million funding round and acquisition of Cooki mark a major step in deploying AI to improve food safety compliance in Italy’s fragmented sector.
The city-state government wants the majority publicly owned Start-Up Labs Hamburg to acquire and refit the former Expo pavilion, creating a 6,000-square-metre entry point for entrepreneurs, investors and support programmes. The transaction still requires parliamentary approval, and initial occupancy is not expected before April 2027.
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The Spanish intellectual property group is broadening its services for healthcare companies operating across Europe and the Americas, combining patent expertise with regulatory advice and clinical research capabilities.
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The transaction gives DHL Global Forwarding its first wholly owned operation in Uruguay after 33 years of working with the local company. The acquisition adds 44 employees and capabilities in pharmaceutical distribution, industrial projects and regional logistics. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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The new location at Focus Mall covers more than 500 square metres and represents Mango’s first store in Zielona Góra and the wider Lubusz region. It is the fourth Mango opening at a Polish shopping centre owned by NEPI Rockcastle in 2026, consolidating a relationship that is helping the Spanish fashion group extend its reach beyond the country’s largest metropolitan markets.
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The Oslo-listed company’s eighth and largest acquisition will add a profitable solar services business, extend its reach across 15 European markets and bring more than 250,000 installations within range of its Endurance AI platform.
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The Swiss construction group will acquire the German-based walling and flooring specialist from James Hardie Industries, adding projected 2026 net sales of around €430 million and strengthening its presence across 13 European markets.
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The Italian food group is strengthening its push into breakfast and better-for-you products with the acquisition of the US granola, oatmeal and cereal company. The deal follows Ferrero’s takeover of WK Kellogg and forms part of a much broader expansion across the North American food market.
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Telecom Italia (TIM) has formally endorsed Poste Italiane's €13.2 billion takeover proposal, clearing an important hurdle in what could become one of Europe's largest telecommunications transactions this year. The deal would strengthen Italy's push to build a nationally controlled digital infrastructure group spanning telecoms, cloud computing, financial services and digital identity.
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The decision highlights the increasingly disciplined approach to mergers and acquisitions as buyers and sellers continue to differ on valuations in today’s uncertain market.
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German food delivery company Delivery Hero has approved Uber’s proposed acquisition of its Foodpanda Taiwan operations in a deal valued at approximately €1.3 billion, marking one of the largest transactions in Asia’s online food delivery sector. The agreement reflects the industry’s ongoing consolidation as platforms seek greater scale and profitability.
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Founded by experienced legal professionals Alfonso Carrillo and Jorge Perujo, Mirlo aims to support companies and investors operating across Spain and Latin America with a cross-border legal advisory model.
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The French logistics group is strengthening its European footprint by acquiring a majority stake in German logistics provider Schaefflein, reinforcing consolidation trends across the continent's supply chain sector.
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The low-cost carrier turned down a multi-billion-euro acquisition proposal, signaling confidence in its long-term strategy and highlighting renewed investor interest in Europe's aviation industry.
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The Swedish group strengthens its Latin American footprint with a deal focused on security services, cash logistics and regional business expansion.
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Mergers and acquisitions across Latin America are accelerating in 2026, signaling renewed investor confidence in the region amid improving economic conditions and rising strategic interest from international companies.
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The French HR and payroll consulting group continues its international expansion strategy with a new acquisition aimed at strengthening operations across Latin America.
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The acquisition of CK Hutchison’s 49% stake gives Vodafone full ownership of the UK’s largest mobile operator, reinforcing consolidation across Europe’s telecom sector and accelerating its 5G strategy.
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The deal strengthens Cox’s position in Mexico’s energy market and reflects continued European investment in Latin America’s power and infrastructure sectors.
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Los últimos resultados de Holcim muestran que América Latina se está convirtiendo en un motor clave de crecimiento para el grupo suizo de materiales de construcción, ya que las adquisiciones, la demanda de infraestructura, las herramientas digitales y la construcción de bajo carbono compensan la menor dinámica en Europa.
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The European Commission is preparing a major overhaul of merger control rules to enable the creation of larger companies capable of competing with U.S. and Chinese giants.
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Instacart’s acquisition of Instaleap gives the U.S. group a stronger foothold with grocery retailers across Europe and Latin America, turning a Colombian platform into a bridge for global retail technology expansion.
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