-
As of September 28, 2025, former President Donald Trump confirmed that Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch, alongside Oracle's Larry Ellison and Michael Dell, are part of a U.S. investor group set to acquire TikTok's American operations. The deal aims for majority American ownership and control over TikTok's data and algorithm, with a deadline to finalize details by December 16, 2025.
-
On September 29, 2025, Electronic Arts (EA) agreed to be acquired in a $55 billion leveraged buyout by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake Partners, and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners. The deal offers EA shareholders $210 per share, a 25% premium, and will take EA private by early fiscal 2027, ending its 36-year public trading history.
-
Toyota has announced plans to invest over $10 billion in U.S. plants, following a previous ambiguous statement by former President Trump. The automaker did not specify how the funds will be allocated, but confirmed details will be revealed later. Meanwhile, Nissan is restructuring its headquarters amid financial struggles, with recent property sales and leasing agreements aimed at modernization.
-
Thames Water, Britain’s largest water supplier, is in negotiations with creditors and regulators to secure a deal that would prevent its temporary nationalisation. The company faces nearly £20 billion of debt and is seeking a recapitalisation plan involving debt write-offs and new investment. Progress is positive but uncertain as talks continue.