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Eni signs $1 billion fusion energy agreement with CFS. Italian energy company Eni has entered a $1 billion power purchase agreement with Commonwealth Fusion Systems to acquire energy from its first commercial fusion plant, expected to be operational in Virginia in the early 2030s….
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NatWest plans to sell pension provider Cushon after two years. The bank has engaged advisers for the sale and is in discussions with potential buyers. This move follows a strategic shift under CEO Paul Thwaite, focusing on large-scale acquisitions.
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Macquarie raises over $3 billion for energy transition strategy. The firm’s Macquarie Green Energy Transition Solutions fund surpassed its initial target, securing $2.4 billion in fund commitments and $647 million in co-investment, focusing on decarbonisation sectors globally….
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Schneider Electric partners with Climeworks for carbon removal solutions. Schneider Electric has agreed with Climeworks to remove 31,000 tonnes of CO2 by 2039 and collaborate on reducing the cost of Direct Air Capture technology, enhancing its carbon removal portfolio….
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Spire Healthcare considers strategic options amid shareholder pressure. The private hospital group is reviewing potential business strategies, including a sale, with Rothschild & Co advising. Rising demand for private healthcare due to NHS strain has increased interest in Spire.
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Four in ten leaders call for stronger C-Suite alignment. New research finds that CEOs back HR chiefs as equal partners in transformation, but finance and operations leaders remain sceptical of their influence.
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This week’s UK M&A activity spanned private equity, healthcare, banking, technology, and retail. From Apax Global’s £794 million delisting to Sainsbury’s collapsed Argos sale, the developments show how global capital is reshaping the UK’s investment landscape and pressing established players to adapt their strategies.
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VoLo Earth Ventures closes $135 million second climate tech fund. The fund, 50% larger than its predecessor, targets investments in decarbonisation across energy, mobility, building, and industry sectors, aiming for resilient systems and strong financial returns….
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Investec remains on track despite challenging economic conditions. The bank anticipates adjusted operating profit for the first half to align with last year’s figures, maintaining its strategy amidst market volatility and progressing with its £100m share buyback programme.
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Retail sales rose due to good weather and higher incomes. Despite this, the struggling retail sector looks to the festive season for a boost, as sales fell by 0.1% from May to August. Consumer confidence remains cautious.