Stokes expands media empire with Southern Cross acquisition
Australian billionaire Kerry Stokes expands his media dominance through Seven West Media's strategic takeover of Southern Cross Austereo, reshaping the broadcasting landscape.
Category : Acquisitions
Trump name removed from Saudi Arabia plaza
Saudi Arabia quietly removes 'Trump' branding from luxury Jeddah plaza amid ongoing legal disputes and diplomatic tensions with the former president's business empire.
Lego's £6.8bn Merlin Takeover Finalised
The Lego Group's parent company finalises a £6.8 billion acquisition of Merlin Entertainments, uniting Legoland parks with Alton Towers and Sea Life in a landmark deal for the UK tourism industry.
Trump's TikTok Takeover Bid Targets Chinese Algorithm
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly orchestrating a dramatic acquisition of TikTok's US operations, aiming to sever Chinese influence over the popular video app's core technology.
Egypt's High Court to Rule on Mohamed Ali Corruption Case
Egypt's High Court prepares to deliver a landmark verdict in the high-profile corruption case against businessman Mohamed Ali, a ruling that could send shockwaves through the nation's political and business elite.
Jail to £1.9bn: Roxy Jacenko's Husband's Epic Comeback
Oliver Curtis, once imprisoned for insider trading, orchestrates a miraculous financial turnaround, transforming a £250k investment into a colossal £1.9 billion tech enterprise. Discover the inside story of his redemption and staggering success.
Gatwick's French Owner Plots £6bn London Transport Takeover
Exclusive: The French conglomerate that owns Gatwick Airport is exploring a monumental £6 billion takeover bid for a major London transport hub, sparking a potential political firestorm over foreign ownership of critical UK infrastructure.
103-Year-Old Dickies Workwear Brand Sold Amid Financial Woes
The legendary American workwear brand Dickies, a staple for generations of British tradespeople, has been sold after 103 years following severe financial difficulties. Discover what led to the downfall of this global icon.
How Fax Machines Built Sara Blakely's Spanx Empire
Discover the unconventional secret behind Spanx's meteoric rise. Founder Sara Blakely reveals how her relentless fax machine campaign, not emails, secured her first major retail deal and changed fashion forever.
$30bn Santos Takeover Collapses After Abu Dhabi Exit
A massive $30bn acquisition of Australian energy giant Santos by an Abu Dhabi-led consortium has been abruptly terminated, sending shockwaves through global energy markets and raising questions about the future of fossil fuel investments.
Jay-Z's Roc Nation Bids for Times Square Casino Licence
Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z's Roc Nation joins SL Green and Caesars in a fierce competition for one of three downstate New York casino licences, aiming to transform a prime Times Square location into a world-class gaming and entertainment destination.
Ben & Jerry's Co-Founder Quits Board in Unilever Protest
Ben Cohen, the iconic co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, has dramatically quit the company's board, citing a fundamental clash with parent company Unilever over its continued business in Israeli-occupied territories, marking the culmination of a bitter, long-ru
Chinese heiress in £2.5m phantom Rolls-Royce court battle
Exclusive: The glittering world of super-rich Chinese heiress LanLan Yang is unravelling in a London High Court drama. Discover the shocking tale of a £2.5 million Rolls-Royce that never was, a disputed £15 million Mayfair property, and the high-stakes le
Unilever sells Ben & Jerry's to Greenfield Partners
Consumer goods giant Unilever has offloaded the ice cream brand Ben & Jerry's to its long-time licensee, Greenfield Partners, following a protracted legal and political battle over its operations in Israel and the West Bank.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder quits over Unilever 'silencing'
Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, has resigned from the board, accusing parent company Unilever of systematically suppressing the ice cream brand's progressive social and environmental activism.
Kushner's Billions: From White House to Foreign Deals
Exclusive investigation reveals how Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, leveraged his White House position to secure colossal international business ventures, raising serious ethical questions amidst his continued political influence.
Oracle & Walmart Named as Buyers in Trump's TikTok Deal
Exclusive details reveal the US corporate titans, Oracle and Walmart, are the 'buyers' behind President Trump's provisional blessing for a new TikTok Global entity, averting a US ban.
JD.com in £1.4bn Talks to Buy Argos from Sainsbury's
Chinese retail giant JD.com is in advanced talks to acquire Argos from Sainsbury's in a potential £1.4bn deal, a move that could reshape the UK's non-food retail landscape and mark a major strategic shift for the supermarket chain.
Trump's TikTok Ultimatum: US Buyout or Total Ban
Former President Donald Trump demands a full US takeover of TikTok, threatening a total ban if its Chinese ownership isn't severed. A dramatic intervention into a multi-billion dollar tech standoff.
ITV's Adam Crozier Joins French Advertising Giant Publicis
Former ITV chief Adam Crozier is appointed as a non-executive director at Publicis Groupe, marking a significant move for the British executive into the French advertising and communications powerhouse.
JD Sports in Exclusive Talks to Buy Argos from Sainsbury's
JD Sports is in exclusive talks to acquire Argos from Sainsbury's, a move that could dramatically reshape the UK's retail landscape and expand JD's non-fashion footprint.
Sainsbury's Unveils Major China Expansion Plan
Sainsbury's announces a major strategic push into the Chinese market, aiming to open hundreds of new stores and significantly boost its international revenue.
Lachlan Murdoch Wins Murdoch Succession Battle
Exclusive insight into Rupert Murdoch's seismic decision to anoint son Lachlan as sole chair of News Corp and Fox, ending a decades-long succession battle and reshaping the future of a global media empire.
Sainsbury's Sells Bank to China's Ping An in Strategic Shift
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's is in exclusive negotiations to sell its lucrative banking division to Shenzhen-based Ping An Insurance Group, marking a major strategic shift and a significant Chinese investment into the UK's retail banking sector.
Giorgio Armani Rules Out External Heir for Fashion Empire
Fashion icon Giorgio Armani, 89, confirms he has no chosen successor and will not sell his privately-held luxury empire, ensuring its independence continues beyond his lifetime.
Giorgio Armani's Will Instructs Fashion Empire to Pursue IPO
The future of the Giorgio Armani fashion house is set for a radical transformation, as the legendary designer's will instructs the company to pursue a stock market listing, potentially ending decades of private, family-controlled ownership.
Mercedes-Benz Moves US HQ from New Jersey to Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz USA announces a landmark relocation of its headquarters from New Jersey to Atlanta, Georgia, signalling a significant shift in its American corporate strategy and real estate footprint.
Paramount Agrees to £2.4bn Skydance Merger, Ends Redstone Era
In a dramatic media industry shake-up, Paramount Global agrees to a monumental £2.4 billion merger with Skydance Media, shutting out a rival bid from Warner Bros Discovery and concluding the Redstone family's decades-long control.
Oracle sues SpaceX for $5.8 million in unpaid cloud bills
Tech giant Oracle sues Elon Musk's SpaceX for $5.8 million in alleged unpaid cloud computing bills, revealing financial dispute between two major technology companies.
Farage Partner's Firm in £1.2m Covid Loan Scrutiny
GB Broadcasting, linked to Nigel Farage's partner Laure Ferrari, faces scrutiny over a £1.2m Bounce Back Loan. Documents suggest potential misuse of government pandemic support funds intended for struggling businesses.
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