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Smurfit Westrock to buy Empresas' Chile containerboard business in $420M deal (SW:NYSE)

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 10:07 PM · Seeking Alpha

Smurfit Westrock to buy Empresas' Chile containerboard business in $420M deal (SW:NYSE)

Smurfit Westrock (SW) has agreed to acquire Empresas CMPC's Chilean containerboard and corrugated business for $420 million. This acquisition includes a paper machine in Santiago capable of producing approximately 250,000 tons per year, which will bolster Smurfit Westrock's regional paper system. The deal was announced post-market on Wednesday.

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PEOPLE INCORPORATED WITHDRAWS PROPOSAL TO PURCHASE ALL PUBLIC SHARES OF MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 10:05 PM · TradingView

PEOPLE INCORPORATED WITHDRAWS PROPOSAL TO PURCHASE ALL PUBLIC SHARES OF MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL

People Incorporated (PPLI) has announced the withdrawal of its proposal to purchase all public shares of MGM Resorts International. Chairman Barry Diller stated that while the "mix wasn't coming together as hoped," the company retains strong belief in MGM Resorts' future and continues to hold a significant stake (27%). People Incorporated remains open to future strategic transactions with MGM Resorts.

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Independent Bank Group stock shifts in a $2 billion deal

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 9:48 PM · AD HOC NEWS

Independent Bank Group stock shifts in a $2 billion deal

Independent Bank Group's stock story is now defined by a $2 billion acquisition completed on January 1, 2025. This all-stock deal significantly expanded the acquiring bank's operations, adding $18.9 billion in assets, $15.7 billion in deposits, and $14.6 billion in loans. The transaction also broadened the bank's geographical footprint to include Texas and Colorado.

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Caesars shareholders approve Fertitta Entertainment acquisition plan

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 9:45 PM · IAG – Inside Asian Gaming

Caesars shareholders approve Fertitta Entertainment acquisition plan

Caesars Entertainment shareholders have approved the proposed acquisition by Fertitta Entertainment, with approximately 93% of votes cast in favor. This marks a significant step towards the completion of the acquisition, valued at around US$17.6 billion including debt assumption, though regulatory approvals and financing are still pending. Upon acquisition, Fertitta Entertainment will integrate Caesars' assets, including eight Las Vegas casinos, with its existing portfolio which features the Golden Nugget brand and the Houston Rockets.

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A minimum cash condition is gone from IB Acquisition (IBAC)'s pending GNQ deal, with optional share sales added.

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 9:17 PM · Stock Titan

A minimum cash condition is gone from IB Acquisition (IBAC)'s pending GNQ deal, with optional share sales added.

IB Acquisition Corp. (IBAC) has amended its business combination agreement with GNQ Insilico, introducing new financing arrangements including a convertible-note facility and an equity purchase facility allowing IBAC to sell up to $50 million in shares. The amendment notably removes the minimum cash closing condition and details the issuance of convertible notes with 12% annual interest. These changes aim to facilitate the closing of the GNQ business combination, albeit with potential share dilution and significant interest rates on the new debt.

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NextEra-Dominion merger application deemed deficient by US FERC

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 9:13 PM · MLex

NextEra-Dominion merger application deemed deficient by US FERC

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has deemed the merger application submitted by NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy deficient. FERC sent a letter to the companies requesting additional information across various areas before it can review the application. NextEra and Dominion have 30 days to file their response as an amendment.

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Citigroup Sets Up Paramount Loan Calls as Banks Prepare to Sell Debt

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 9:07 PM · Bloomberg.com

Citigroup Sets Up Paramount Loan Calls as Banks Prepare to Sell Debt

Citigroup is organizing meetings with loan investors for Paramount Skydance Corp. on Thursday. This move is in preparation for banks to sell debt needed to finance Paramount Skydance's takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. The meetings are scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. New York time.

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Teamshares Secures $225 Million Preferred Equity Investment from T. Rowe Price-Advised Accounts to Fund Acquisition Growth

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 8:21 PM · Quiver Quantitative

Teamshares Secures $225 Million Preferred Equity Investment from T. Rowe Price-Advised Accounts to Fund Acquisition Growth

Teamshares has secured a $225 million preferred equity investment from T. Rowe Price Investment Management to fund its acquisition strategy for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This Series A perpetual preferred stock is non-dilutive, preserving common stock ownership, and will enhance Teamshares' financial flexibility and cash flow to support its growth targets. The company plans to deploy this capital quickly into high-quality acquisitions, aiming for attractive returns on invested capital and significant shareholder value enhancement.

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A paper mill producing about 250,000 tons a year is part of Smurfit Westrock’s planned Chile deal.

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 8:07 PM · Stock Titan

A paper mill producing about 250,000 tons a year is part of Smurfit Westrock’s planned Chile deal.

Smurfit Westrock plc announced an agreement to acquire Empresas CMPC S.A.'s Chilean Containerboard and Corrugated business for $420 million. This acquisition is expected to establish a leading market position for Smurfit Westrock in Chile and strengthen its integration and southern Latin American operations, including a paper mill in Santiago producing approximately 250,000 tons per year. The transaction, anticipated to close in the first half of 2027, aims to provide significant synergistic and operational benefits, further solidifying Smurfit Westrock's regional footprint.

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A Belgian group now owns about one-fifth of FMC. Tessenderlo invested about $403 million.

mergers_and_acquisitions — September 23, 2026, 7:53 PM · Stock Titan

A Belgian group now owns about one-fifth of FMC. Tessenderlo invested about $403 million.

FMC Corporation and Tessenderlo Group have finalized a minority equity investment, with Tessenderlo Group acquiring 20.0% of FMC's outstanding common stock for approximately $403 million. As part of the agreement, Tessenderlo Group can nominate one independent director to FMC's board and is subject to a three-year lock-up period and standstill restrictions. This transaction follows regulatory approvals and a definitive agreement reached in June 2026.

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