Home ••• Newswires by Industry • Countries • U.S. States • World Media Directory

Finance Industry News ••• Topics • Countries • U.S. States

Leveraged Buyout News Monitoring

Get by Email • RSS

Published on Aug 16, 2026

Workday Has Its Best Day in a Decade on Report of a Potential $43 Billion Buyout

Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ:WDAY) recently experienced its best trading day since 2016, even though the company has yet to confirm anything has happened. Shares of the human-resources and finance software producer rose about 18% on August 13 after Reuters …

Source: Yahoo Finance - Center-left
Published on Aug 7, 2026

Gaming titan EA goes private as largest leveraged buyout in history is completed

EA is now officially a private company, and the $55 billion leveraged buyout is complete as the group now prepares for major cost-cutting. VIEW GALLERY - 2 IMAGES Electronic Arts is now private for the first time since the entertainment group's …

Source: TweakTown - Neutral
Published on Aug 5, 2026

The biggest leveraged buyout in history just took EA private

The largest leveraged buyout in history has closed. Electronic Arts is now private. A group led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund bought it for $55bn, alongside Silver Lake and Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners. The maker of The Sims, Battlefield …

Source: The Next Web - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Forbes 250: America’s Most Successful Historic Veterans

Military service has been a part of American history since the first shots were fired at Lexington and Concord, and a core national idea has been that of the citizen-solider: ordinary people who take up arms when their country needs them and return to …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on Aug 13, 2026

David Rubenstein on Leading the Parade

Note: This transcript was generated by an automated system and has been lightly edited for clarity. It may contain errors or omissions. Sanil Rajput: Welcome to View From The Top: The Podcast. I’m Sanil Rajput, an MBA student of the Class of 2026. Michael …

Source: Stanford Graduate School of Business - California - Pending
Published on Jul 21, 2026

Authorities mull tighter curbs on 'predatory' leveraged buyouts as Homeplus crisis bites

The government said Tuesday it was mulling a tighter curb on leveraged buyout firms, in response to liberal lawmakers' claims that a predatory act by buyout firm MBK Partners is to blame for the liquidation crisis of hypermarket chain Homeplus. Kwon …

Source: Korea Herald - Neutral
Published on Jul 23, 2026

EU approves Saudi Arabia's $55bn acquisition of EA, clearing path for largest private leveraged buyout of all time

The European Union has approved the controversial $55bn acquisition of Electronic Arts by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), private equity company Silver Lake, and investment company Affinity Partners. The European Commission announced its …

Source: Eurogamer - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Nvidia’s $500 Billion Wall Street Alliance Reshapes AI Buildout Financing

Jensen Huang has done it again. The Nvidia chief executive just forged alliances with six of the biggest names in finance to unlock more than $500 billion for AI infrastructure. The partners include Apollo, BlackRock, Blackstone, Brookfield, Goldman Sachs …

Source: WebProNews - Kentucky - Pending
Published on Aug 13, 2026

Abandon single-player, move development to Saudi Arabia, "reduce labour"? Experts on what EA's huge buyout debt could ...

Last week, the private acquisition of Electronic Arts finally happened. After months of governmental approval and debate, one of gaming's largest publishers has gone private, co-owned by a combination of private equity companies and the Kingdom of …

Source: Eurogamer - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

The Russell 2000 Hits All-Time High: 4 Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist

The Russell 2000 is a stock market index that tracks the performance of approximately 2,000 small-cap companies in the United States. It’s part of the broader Russell 3000 Index, which covers about 98% of the U.S. equity market, but specifically focuses on …

Source: 24/7 Wall St. - Neutral
Published on Aug 11, 2026

Big tech meets Milton Friedman

A cardinal rule of finance is “always spend other people’s money.” It’s why leveraged buyouts include as much debt and as little equity as possible, and why the wealthy fund their lifestyles by borrowing against assets. The incentives, though, can be less …

Source: Semafor - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Silver Lake in talks to acquire Workday in potential $43B deal

The private equity giant's reported pursuit of the enterprise software maker would rank among the largest tech buyouts in history Silver Lake is reportedly in discussions to acquire Workday, the cloud-based enterprise software company currently valued …

Source: Crypto Briefing - Neutral
Published on Aug 13, 2026

Exclusive: Easyjet shareholder rights to be watered down under Apollo deal

Thursday 13 August 2026 5:00 am | Updated: Wednesday 12 August 2026 10:25 pm Easyjet accepted the bid from Apollo (Gareth Fuller/PA Wire) Easyjet shareholders risk having their stake in the airline seized from them unilaterally and are highly …

Source: City A.M. - Center-right
Published on Aug 12, 2026

Accell Goes Bankrupt: Raleigh, Haibike, Lapierre Riders Need to Act Now

An Amsterdam court declared Europe's second-largest bicycle maker formally bankrupt on Tuesday, converting a six-day provisional suspension of payments into full insolvency and setting off a cross-border scramble to determine which of Accell Group' …

Source: Tech Times - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Silver Lake’s Workday Talks Would Put Mega-Cap Software Back on the Take-Private Table:

HedgeCo.Net — Silver Lake is in talks to acquire Workday in a transaction that would rank among the largest software buyouts on record, according to a Reuters exclusive that moved the stock nearly 18% on Thursday. Workday’s market value was about $43 …

Source: Hedgeco - Neutral
Published on Aug 12, 2026

Why Revolution Medicines May Be Big Pharma’s Next Takeover Target

Revolution Medicines (NASDAQ:RVMD | RVMD Price Prediction) closed at $205.55 on August 11, 2026, giving the pre-commercial oncology platform a market cap of $44.1 billion. The stock is up 158.1% year to date, 492.4% over one year, and 664.1% over five …

Source: 24/7 Wall St. - Neutral
Published on Aug 11, 2026

The Shocking EA Deal Is About To Radically Change The Gaming Industry

Video games being both an art form and a multi-billion-dollar industry means that economics tends to infringe on their creation. That’s not always a bad thing — a crucial part of the creation of home consoles was the realization that they opened the door …

Source: Inverse - Neutral
Published on Aug 11, 2026

Saudi Arabia’s $55 billion bet on gaming: Why the EA takeover matters

Saudi Arabia has made its biggest move yet into the global gaming industry, taking control of Electronic Arts in a $55 billion deal that puts some of the world’s best-known video game franchises under Saudi-led ownership. EA is the company behind titles …

Source: I24 News - Pending
Published on Aug 11, 2026

Total M&A spending in 2026 surpasses $2.7B among top waste companies

In the second quarter of the year, major publicly traded solid waste and recycling companies spent more than $2 billion on mergers and acquisitions. The busy quarter made up the vast majority of companies’ year-to-date total 2026 spending of more than $2.7 …

Source: Waste Dive - Neutral

07 days 09:11:27

Featured Releases

Got News to Share? · Submit · See All

Published on August 17, 2026 - 14:14 GMT

Study Finds AI Content Already Ranking in 12% of Top Google Results for Health, Finance, Legal and Insurance Searches

Legal and insurance searches show nearly double the AI-content rate of health and finance, according to new research from UK SEO agency Jodana UNITED KINGDOM, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jodana, a UK-based SEO and content agency, has …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

Security National Financial Corporation Appoints Alissa Neufeld as Chief Legal Officer

SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Security National Financial Corporation (SNFC) (NASDAQ symbol “SNFCA”) today announced that Alissa Neufeld has joined the Company as Chief Legal Officer, effective Monday, August 17, 2026. Neufeld joins …

Distribution channels:

Published on August 17, 2026 - 16:46 GMT

Philip Jayhawk Chan Selected as Top Leader of the Year in Financial Empowerment

The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will honor Philip Jayhawk Chan at their Annual Awards Gala in NYC at the Plaza Hotel NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Association of …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 13:45 GMT

Baker Tilly Returns as Platinum Exhibitor for the Third Annual Finance & Accounting Technology Expo

Leading advisory, tax, and assurance firm continues its partnership with FATE, bringing practical insights on AI, data governance, and digital transformation. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Finance & …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...

Published on August 17, 2026 - 08:41 GMT

TYPHON Machinery Records 22 Approved Customer Financing Applications Through Paramount Financial Partnership

Steady financing approvals throughout the year are helping equipment buyers across multiple industries secure the machinery they need. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TYPHON Machinery today announced that its …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 13:35 GMT

Rubico Inc. Announces Financial Results for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2026

ATHENS, Greece, Aug. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rubico Inc. (Nasdaq: RUBI) (the “Company” or “Rubico”), a global provider of shipping transportation services specializing in the ownership of vessels, announced today its financial results for the six …

Distribution channels:
Published on August 17, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

WeTouch Technology Inc. Reports First Half Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results

CHENGDU, China, Aug. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WeTouch Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: WETH) (“WeTouch” or the “Company”), a global provider of touch display solutions, today announced its unaudited financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2026 …

Distribution channels:
Published on August 17, 2026 - 13:45 GMT

PDD Holdings to Report Second Quarter 2026 Unaudited Financial Results on August 24, 2026

DUBLIN and SHANGHAI, Aug. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PDD Holdings Inc. (“PDD Holdings” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PDD) today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, before U.S. markets …

Distribution channels:

Got news to share? Submit it now.

Load more finance industry news or search news using your own keywords. There are 934,855,406 articles in our news database.

Online News Monitoring Made Simple

Established in 1995, EIN Newsdesk helps millions of users track breaking news across thousands of trusted websites. Users may set up custom email newsletters and RSS feeds or search among thousands of preset news sections. As a member, you may also submit your own news using the EIN Presswire distribution service. Membership is free and we do not sell or lease any information about you. Press release distribution, dedicated APIs, and custom services generate the revenue that allow us to offer you free basic access.

News by Country & by Industry

Worldwide News Coverage

Track news across more than 5,000 sources by country or industry or search our real-time news index.

Finance Industry News by Country

Finance Industry News by U.S. State

Finance Industry News Topics

Online News Publications

World News Report

News Alerts & News Feeds

Custom News Monitoring

News page results can be outputted as RSS or received daily by email. You may also use our NewsPlugin for WordPress.

Create Email Newsletter

Create RSS Feed

NewsPlugin for WordPress

Submit News

PR Distribution Service

Our EIN Presswire's distribution footprint reaches millions. You can upload news which is re-published through EIN Newsdesk, fed into Twitter and Facebook, and onto partner sites, Google News, Bing News, etc.

EIN Presswire

Events

World Media Directory

News Media Guide

This is a listing of the world’s TV stations, radio stations, newspapers, and blogs. Last update: 08/11/2026

World Media Directory

Banking, Finance & Investment Industry Press Releases

Got News to Share? · Submit · See All

Published on August 17, 2026 - 18:19 GMT

California Intercontinental University takes flight into a new era with rebrand as Crestmont University

The new identity reflects a bold vision for accessible, career-driven higher education designed for professionals ready to go further. IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- August 17th, 2026 - California …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 18:17 GMT

Baker & DiSalvo Personal Injury Lawyers Opens New Coral Gables Office to Serve Miami-Dade County

New Coral Gables location expands access to personal injury legal services for residents in Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and surrounding communities. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Baker & DiSalvo Personal …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Propellus Inc. Launches AI-Enhanced Underwriting Protocol to Scale Small Business Funding Operations

New system streamlines credit analysis and deal structuring, positioning the company to grow origination volume without a proportional increase in overhead Propellus, Inc. (OTCBB:PRPS) RED BANK, NJ, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 17:23 GMT

THIRD ROAD MANAGEMENT PRESIDENT RYAN KUNKEL NAMED CRAIN'S CHICAGO BUSINESS NOTABLE LEADER: ACCOUNTING, CONSULTING & LAW

Recognition honors Kunkel's leadership in helping build one of the Midwest's fastest-growing fractional CFO and financial consulting firms. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Third Road Management, a …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 17:10 GMT

California Winery Estate Once Owned by Host Alex Trebek Pending Sale for $16.9M in Just 39 Days via Concierge Auctions

Paso Robles Estate––once a treasured escape for the late iconic Jeopardy! Host––pending sale as part of the auction firm’s Wine Division NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Concierge Auctions announced today that …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 17:07 GMT

RAY DALIO NAMED GRAND MARSHAL OF 82ND COLUMBUS DAY PARADE; AMBASSADOR LEANDRO RIZZUTO AND DR. EVELYN C. GRANIERI HONORED

Distinguished Leaders in Finance, Diplomacy, Business, Medicine and Education to Be Celebrated During America’s 250th Anniversary Year NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Columbus Citizens Foundation is proud …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Beauty & Hair Care ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 17:03 GMT

Duliban Insurance Brokers Acquires Insuranceland Inc., Expands GTA Presence and Adds Group Insurance Expertise

Paul and Sophie Hainer will remain with Insuranceland, combining their family-led approach with Duliban and McDougall's operational scale and support. PELHAM, ONTARIO, CANADA, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Duliban Insurance Brokers …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 16:46 GMT

Philip Jayhawk Chan Selected as Top Leader of the Year in Financial Empowerment

The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will honor Philip Jayhawk Chan at their Annual Awards Gala in NYC at the Plaza Hotel NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Association of …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 16:31 GMT

CrafterCMS Achieves TX-RAMP Certification for Secure Cloud Services in Texas

Enterprise headless CMS platform meets Texas security requirements for cloud services used by state agencies and public-sector organizations. MCLEAN, VA, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CrafterCMS, the leading open source, …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 16:16 GMT

Perini & Associates Donates to FaithfulHearts Equine Learning Center to Support Veterans and Community Programs

Donation supports equine-assisted services benefiting veterans, children, first responders and families across the Pikes Peak region. WOODLAND PARK, CO, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Perini & Associates Donates to …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 15:55 GMT

CoCo CLEAR™ Announces Costco Canada Roadshow, Beginning in Burnaby, British Columbia

Canadian made hydration brand brings CoCo CLEAR™ to Costco members, with the first roadshow launching August 18 in Burnaby TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Bondi Distillery Inc./CoCo Beverage Group Inc …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 15:30 GMT

As Flood Risk Shifts Beyond the Maps, Flow Flood Urges Agents to Discuss Coverage With Every Property Owner

As heavier rainfall pushes flood risk beyond mapped zones, Flow Flood shares three ways agents can raise coverage with every property owner. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The places where floods happen …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 15:30 GMT

Texas Blockchain Council Becomes Digital Infrastructure Network as Technology, Energy and Infrastructure Converge

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The leading Texas-based technology association founded to represent a growing emerging technology sector is broadening its mission as the infrastructure behind the digital economy …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 15:15 GMT

24hourEDU Achieves Full 50-State NMLS Pre-Licensure Approval with Launch of New Utah DRE MLO Course for Mortgage Brokers

24hourEDU (NMLS Provider ID: 1405107), is now a national provider of online mortgage loan originator pre-license education in all 50 states and US territories. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 24hourEDU ( …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 15:08 GMT

Accountit CPA Founder Vyju Narendra Named Treasurer of NAWBO South Florida Board of Directors

Accountit CPA Founder Vyju Narendra named NAWBO South Florida Treasurer, advancing support for women entrepreneurs across the region. WESTON, FL, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vyju Narendra, CPA and founder of Accountit …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Ignition gives scaling firms the enterprise-grade control to grow without chaos

New capabilities give scaling accounting & professional services firms the operational control to reduce risk, cut complexity, and remove growth barriers. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ignition, the …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Corebridge Real Estate Investors and Armstrong Capital Development Announce Programmatic Partnership

The venture completed its inaugural acquisition with the purchase of Townridge Shopping Center, a 273,105-square-foot retail center in Raleigh, North Carolina. HOUSTON, CO, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Corebridge Real Estate …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Mountain Land Design (MLD) Joins Kodiak Interiors Group

National platform helps independent appliance and interiors business grow while remaining locally led ENGLEWOOD, CO, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kodiak Interiors Group (KIG), a national platform of appliance and interior …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 14:59 GMT

Holdings Launches Free AI Invoicing That Works Inside Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor

Users can create, send, and track invoices by asking the AI assistant they already use — with no monthly fee. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Holdings, the connected financial platform for founders and …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 17, 2026 - 14:51 GMT

Currahee Club (Senior Loan) Rural EB-5 Project Receives USCIS Form I-956F Exemplar Approval

Form I-956F approval means that the project’s documents have been reviewed by USCIS and were found to be compliant with the EB-5 program. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EB5AN, a leading EB-5 investment fund …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...