Carlyle Eyes $4B Acquisition Of Baxter’s Kidney-Care Unit Vantive: Report

Carlyle Group (NYSE:CG) is reportedly in exclusive talks to acquire Baxter International Inc.’s (NYSE:BAX) kidney-care spinoff, Vantive, in a deal valued at over $4 billion, including debt. The companies began exclusive negotiations in late June, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. An agreement could be announced in the coming weeks, […]

German Drug Developer Evotec Seeks Adviser Input As Takeover Concerns Mount

German drug developer Evotec SE (NASDAQ:EVO) is reportedly consulting defense advisers following a significant drop in share price, raising concerns about the company’s vulnerability to a takeover. Multiple buyout firms are reportedly evaluating Hamburg-based Evotec as a potential acquisition target, initiating early discussions with advisers to assess the company’s drug pipeline and strategic value. Evotec’s […]

Market Stays Flat As Investors Anticipate Key Economic Events; Energy Stocks Lead Gains, Regional Banks Decline: What’s Driving Markets Monday?

Wall Street is experiencing a quiet trading session on Monday, with major indices showing little movement by midday in New York, as traders maintain a cautious stance ahead of the highly anticipated inflation report and Fed meeting this Wednesday. U.S. stocks have erased early session losses sparked by rising volatility in Europe after the latest […]

Codelco Seeks Partner for Maricunga Lithium Project, Targeting 2030 Production

Chile’s state-owned mining company, Codelco, is targeting the start of lithium production at its Maricunga site by 2030. The Santiago, Chile-based company is developing the project from scratch and searching for a partner for such an endeavor. Rothschild & Co is evaluating partner candidates, according to Reuters. Codelco aims to conclude the partner search by […]

Morgan Stanley’s E*Trade Mulls Roaring Kitty Ban Over Alleged Stock Manipulation: Report

Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) is reportedly considering banning Keith Gill, a.k.a. ‘The Roaring Kitty,’ from its E*Trade electronic trading platform due to allegations of his involvement in manipulating meme stock prices through his social media activities. Keith Gill purchased a significant volume of GameStop options on E*Trade, according to a Monday Wall Street Journal report. In […]

Can Lucid Power Hyundai’s Future? A Korean-American Tie-Up Is Reportedly In The Works

Hyundai Motor Company (OTCPK: HYMTF) is reportedly considering a partnership with California-based Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) for its high-performance electric motor. What Happened: Hyundai CEO Chang Jae-hoon visited Lucid’s headquarters in California early this year to discuss cooperation, South Korea’s Sisa Journal reported. The two companies are figuring out the details of the contract including motor […]

Rivian May Offer Performance Pack As Software Update For Dual Motor R1 Vehicles: Report

EV maker Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) is reportedly considering offering its Performance Pack as a software update for all dual-motor R1 models. The upgrade, initially only available as an option for new trucks, significantly enhances the vehicle’s power and speed. What Happened: The Performance Pack, priced at $5,000, boosts the horsepower of dual-motor Rivian models from […]