Corporate Transactions & Market Movements
Qualcomm (QCOM) announced its plan to acquire Alphawave Semi, a move that could reshape semiconductor valuations; read the full details.
Honeywell (HON) completed its acquisition of Sundyne, expanding its process technology portfolio and market reach; investors can review the announcement.
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is advancing its restructuring plans by separating into two media companies and launching a cash tender offer alongside a consent solicitation; see the restructuring update and tender offer details.
IonQ (IONQ) made waves by acquiring Oxford Ionics and partnering on quantum-enabled drug development, underscoring its commitment to breakthroughs in quantum technology; follow the acquisition news and the collaboration update.
Plug Power (PLUG) advanced its renewable energy strategy with a new 2 GW electrolyzer deal in Uzbekistan in partnership with Allied Green, while CFO Paul Middleton purchased additional shares, reinforcing confidence in the company’s growth strategy; read the electrolyzer announcement and follow the CFO share purchase update.
RTX (RTX) reached a major milestone as its Raytheon division was awarded a $646 million hardware production and sustainment contract for the SPY-6 family of radars, marking a significant advancement in defense technology; review the contract details.
CEA Industries (CEAD) entered the Canadian vape market with completion of its Fat Panda acquisition, marking a strategic expansion; explore the acquisition update.
Biotech & Pharma Updates
Alnylam (ALNY) secured European Commission approval for its AMVUTTRA® treatment targeting ATTR amyloidosis with cardiomyopathy, marking a pivotal step in its growth strategy; see the press release.
Merck (MRK) reported positive topline results from its Phase 3 CORALreef trials in hyperlipidemia and received U.S. FDA approval for its ENFLONSIA™ (clesrovimab-cfor) for the prevention of RSV lower respiratory tract disease in infants; read the trial update and review the FDA approval details.
Avidity Biosciences (RNA) advanced its clinical progress with accelerated U.S. regulatory approval for Del-Brax and promising Phase 1/2 FORTITUDE™ trial results; check the regulatory update and trial findings.
TuHURA Biosciences (HURA) cleared a regulatory hurdle as the FDA removed a partial clinical hold on its Phase 3 Accelerated Approval Trial for IFx-2.0 in advanced Merkel Cell Carcinoma; read the update.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals (JAZZ) presented late-breaking Phase 4 data showcasing Xywav® oral solution treatment outcomes in narcolepsy at SLEEP 2025, highlighting promising real-world efficacy; view the detailed briefing.
Financial & Investor Initiatives
FirstEnergy (FE) unveiled a proposed offering of $950 million of convertible senior notes due 2029 and $850 million due 2031, a move that could reshape its balance sheet dynamics; read the announcement.
AIG (AIG) reported results and upsized its tender offers for certain outstanding notes, a financial adjustment with potential implications for its capital structure; see the update.
Ares Management (ARES) priced its first European Direct Lending CLO at £305 million, reflecting evolving trends in structured finance; review the press release.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) released its 2024 Living Progress Report, offering insights into its sustainability efforts and strategic milestones; check out the detailed report.
BlackRock Technology and Private Equity Term Trust (BTX) commenced a tender offer for up to 50% of its outstanding common shares, a strategic move that could influence its capital structure; see the tender offer update.
OR Royalties (OR) announced an increase in its credit facility alongside a positive net cash position, reinforcing its financial robustness; review the official statement.
Ibotta (IBTA) announced a $100 million increase to its share repurchase program, signaling strong confidence in its long-term value; read the repurchase update.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Alliances
ReElement Technologies Corporation (AREC) received a $150 million letter of interest from the U.S. EXIM Bank for what is touted as the nation’s largest critical mineral refinery project, highlighting significant strategic capital interest; read the full details.
Innovations & Technological Advances
Ascent Solar Technologies (ASTI) achieved a record efficiency of 15.7% at production scale for its CIGS solar technology, showcasing a breakthrough in solar manufacturing capabilities; view the innovation update.
Apple (AAPL) introduced visionOS 26, delivering powerful new spatial experiences for the Apple Vision Pro, while Logitech (LOGI) unveiled its Muse accessory crafted for the Vision Pro, marking a significant leap in tech integration; explore the Apple update and Logitech’s announcement.
Cognex (CGNX) introduced OneVision, a breakthrough cloud platform for AI-powered machine vision, promising to transform the capabilities of industrial imaging systems; read the announcement.
Market Expansions & Strategic Entries
At the Paris Air Show, PHINIA (PHIN) made its debut, signaling a strategic entry into the aerospace market, while Boeing (BA) outlined plans to focus on customer engagement, innovation, and partnerships ahead of the event; read the PHINIA update and the Boeing briefing.
Legal & Regulatory Developments
Sezzle (SEZL) filed an antitrust action against Shopify, a significant legal development that could impact market dynamics in the e-commerce arena; see the legal notice.
