Finance & Risk
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The UK’s M&A market saw five major deals this week. Strategic buyers, from Wall Street banks to dairy giants, drove activity across financial services, consumer, and biotech sectors. Global capital, succession, and sector shifts shaped the dealmaking landscape.
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Evercore is buying boutique advisory firm Robey Warshaw for £146 million. The deal, expected to close in Q4 2025, adds strategic firepower to Evercore’s UK and European ambitions, bolstering its credentials in high-value M&A advisory and expanding its reach in cross-border transactions.
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CRH to acquire Eco Material for $2.1 billion. The acquisition of Eco Material will enhance CRH’s supply chain, expand its distribution network, and strengthen its position in sustainable cement alternatives, addressing the growing demand for low-carbon construction solutions in North America….
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Müller acquires Biotiful Gut Health, entering functional yogurt sector. The acquisition allows Müller to access the growing market for natural health products. Biotiful will continue independently, with Müller supporting growth and innovation. Financial terms remain undisclosed.
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Green Project Technologies will acquire Emitwise’s technology platform. Emitwise’s solutions help procurement teams manage supply chain carbon footprints. Green Project’s acquisition aims to enhance carbon management capabilities and expand market reach. Emitwise co-founders join Green Project post-acquisition….
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Macquarie to acquire renewable energy firm Erova Energy. The acquisition aims to expand Erova’s platform internationally, leveraging Macquarie’s financial strength and market access to enhance renewable asset optimisation services. Erova specialises in wind, solar, waste-to-energy, and battery storage solutions….
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Mizuho Financial Group acquires Augusta & Co to enhance services. The acquisition aims to bolster Mizuho’s M&A advisory platform and energy credentials, leveraging Augusta’s expertise in renewable and energy transition advisory to support clients in transitioning to a low-carbon economy….
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US M&A rebounded this week with bank tie-ups, rail megadeals, and a media merger finalised. Five standout transactions revealed strategic integration, regulatory shifts, and consolidation pressures.
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Five major UK deals defined this M&A-heavy week. Cross-border buyers dominated activity, UK corporates stepped up, and private equity returned to London listings with cash in hand.
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Accelo has acquired UK-based Forecast in an all-share deal. The transaction gives the U.S. PSA firm instant European scale and adds predictive AI scheduling to its CRM-to-cash software stack. Financial terms were not disclosed, but Forecast’s backers include Balderton and Crane.