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WSP finalises its £363 million purchase of Ricardo PLC. The transaction brings the British environmental consultancy under Canadian ownership and strengthens WSP’s position in sustainability and infrastructure advisory services, following regulatory approvals and delisting from the London Stock Exchange.
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Novata acquires Atlas Metrics to expand sustainability data solutions. The acquisition enhances Novata’s reach, supporting over 400 clients globally with advanced ESG management tools, aligning with its mission to transform sustainability data into business resilience….
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Diginex completes acquisition of ESG data company Matter. The acquisition, valued at $13 million, aims to enhance Diginex’s ESG data capabilities. Majority owner Nasdaq remains a stakeholder, supporting Matter’s integration into Diginex’s innovative solutions for sustainable finance….
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This week’s UK M&A activity spanned food delivery, wealth management, energy, retail, and oilfield services. From DoorDash’s $3.9 billion takeover of Deliveroo to Lloyds reshaping its wealth strategy, the deals underscore how consolidation continues across UK consumer, financial, and industrial sectors.
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This week’s UK M&A activity touched mortgage servicing, logistics, leisure assets, mining technology, and family entertainment. From rail freight to marina networks, the deals reflect international capital targeting UK companies and assets while British acquirers expand overseas.
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Pepper Advantage expands with UK acquisition. Global asset servicing group Pepper Advantage will acquire Computershare’s UK mortgage servicing business, lifting its UK assets under management to £50 billion. The deal, announced on 24 September and pending regulatory approval, underscores consolidation in mortgage servicing and a push for technology-driven scale.
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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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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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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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Roche has agreed to acquire 89bio for up to $3.5bn. The deal gives the Swiss drugmaker access to 89bio’s late-stage FGF21 therapy pegozafermin, positioning Roche to expand in liver disease and cardiometabolic treatments. The agreement includes cash and contingent value rights tied to future milestones.