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Chevron’s $55bn Hess close led this week’s US dealflow. A surge of high-value US transactions defined the week, from Chevron’s landmark offshore energy win to Walgreens’ historic exit from public markets and a string of debt-financed acquisitions spanning healthcare, energy, and real estate.
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BP sells its onshore wind business to LS Power. The agreement is part of BP’s strategy to refocus on oil and gas. The sale includes 10 wind assets in the U.S. with a net capacity of 1.3 GW….
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UK government invests £63 million to enhance EV infrastructure. The initiative aims to expand charging access, electrify NHS fleets, and improve signage, providing savings for public sectors and households while boosting public confidence in electric vehicles.
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Jason Dies has been appointed CEO of IRIS Software Group. The former Pitney Bowes leader succeeds Gus Malezis, who remains Chairman. Dies brings over 30 years of experience in global transformation and operational excellence.
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Datamaran launches a platform for managing ESG strategies. The new Datamaran Suite supports companies in benchmarking sustainability disclosures, setting evidence-based targets, and includes features for assessing industry norms and disclosure gaps….
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A decisive week for UK M&A activity, marked by global buyers. Four out of five headline deals this week involved foreign acquirers or sponsors, reinforcing perceptions of UK-listed value and highlighting continued regulatory pragmatism.
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1PointFive and Palo Alto Networks sign carbon removal agreement. The five-year deal involves purchasing 10,000 tonnes of carbon credits, advancing Palo Alto’s net-zero goals and supporting 1PointFive’s direct air capture technology….
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The US Congress has passed its first federal crypto law. The Genius Act introduces national licensing and strict stablecoin rules. Bitcoin inflows have surged as the legislation triggers a rapid response from global regulators. Industry leaders call this a watershed moment for digital assets and the financial system.
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Berlin’s rejection of joint EU debt has deepened division. The German government ruled out new Eurobonds, intensifying the bloc’s budget standoff ahead of a potential US tariff shock.
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AI firms face scrutiny over safety after a new report finds leading developers unprepared for human-level intelligence risks. Major industry players receive failing marks for planning, highlighting gaps in safety strategies as artificial general intelligence moves closer.