The Motley Fool

JANUARY 13, 2025

Last Monday night, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang gave the opening keynote speech to kick off CES 2025, which ran until Friday in Las Vegas. Nvidia is the leader in providing chips -- primarily graphics processing units (GPUs) -- and related technology to enable artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. So, Huang naturally spent much of his approximately 1.5-hour presentation on the topic of AI.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 13, 2025

Private equity firms have driven buyout activity to $133bn in 2024, a 78% increase compared to the previous year. This growth outpaced the global rate of 29%, highlighting Europes appeal for opportunistic investments. Key deals during the year included a $6.9bn investment in Hargreaves Lansdown and a $5.5bn acquisition of cybersecurity firm Darktrace by Thoma Bravo.

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The Motley Fool

JANUARY 13, 2025

Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) has struggled in recent years as its pivot to streaming has been messier than investors hoped, and its legacy media business has declined in the meantime. However, there are signs that the company could be headed to higher ground as it seems to be nearly done with the transition. It just forged a deal to merge Hulu+Live TV with FuboTV , giving it 70% ownership of the combined property, and it plans to bring its flagship ESPN network to streaming in the fall as well.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 13, 2025

Polish laboratory operator Diagnostyka SA, backed by private equity firm Mid Europa Partners, is gearing up for an IPO on the Warsaw Stock Exchange. The offering will feature shares held by Mid Europa, which owns a 47.83% stake in the company. Market estimates suggest the IPO could value Diagnostyka at over $1.2bn. Founded in 1998, Diagnostyka has grown into Poland’s largest laboratory operator, running 1,100 collection points and 156 labs.

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The Motley Fool

JANUARY 13, 2025

PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) is benefiting from renewed investor sentiment. Shares have jumped 41% since early July last year. Maybe the market has become optimistic that lower interest rates can provide a boost to spending activity, propelling PayPal in the process. Nonetheless, this fintech stock still trades 73% off its peak price from July 2021. This might make PayPal a buy-the-dip candidate for your portfolio in 2025.

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Private Equity Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

Buyout firms have long relied on controversial loans backed by equity stakes to enhance fund returns, but growing investor criticism has triggered a slowdown, according to a report by Bloomberg UK. Net-asset-value (NAV) loans, which layer additional leverage onto private companies already burdened with significant debt, have come under scrutiny, particularly when buyout firms use them to fund distributions rather than growth.

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The Motley Fool

JANUARY 13, 2025

Several artificial intelligence (AI) chip stocks are seeing broad sell-offs in Monday's trading. Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) , Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE: TSM) , and Micron (NASDAQ: MU) are among the big names participating in the pullback and were down 2.4%, 3.4%, and 4.8%, respectively, as of 12:45 p.m. ET. Semiconductor stocks are getting hit with a wave of bearish pressures following news that the U.S. will take new steps to limit the export of advanced chips used for AI.

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The Motley Fool

JANUARY 13, 2025

NASA wants to go to Mars again -- and this time, bring back rocks. With a plan that America's premier space agency describes as its "most ambitious, multi-mission campaign," it intends to send a spacecraft into orbit around the Red Planet, from which it would drop a retrieval craft to the surface to collect soil and air samples collected previously by the Perseverance Rover.

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Private Equity Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

Former Blackstone Executive Mustafa Siddiqui has launched SQ Capital, a newly established private equity secondaries firm, with the goal of tapping into the growing demand for liquidity in the middle-market sector, according to a report by Wall Street Journal. The firm’s strategy reportedly focuses on private equity assets that are largely untapped by other secondaries managers.

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This is going to be BIG.

JANUARY 13, 2025

Recently, Lightspeeds Mercedes Bent offered founders some reasons why a VC might ghost a founder. It was a perfectly reasonable explanation that basically boiled down to VCs are busy and theres no upside to hurting your feelings or getting into a debate. The post was met with a bunch of founders responses, mostly from men, that equated a lack of response with disrespect.

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Private Equity Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

Global healthcare private equity (PE) deal value soared to an estimated $115bn in 2024, marking the second-highest total on record. This surge was driven by an increase in the number of large deals, with five transactions surpassing $5bn, compared to two deals in 2023 and just one in 2022. According to Bain & Companys Global Healthcare Private Equity Report 2025, North America remains the largest market, accounting for 65% of global deal value, while Europe and Asia-Pacific make up 22% and 1

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AltAssets

JANUARY 13, 2025

Venture capital major Andreessen Horowitz's Bio + Health unit has launched what is says is a "first-of-its-kind" fund to fuel broader innovation in human health in partnership with Eli Lilly. The post Andreessen Horowitz teams with Eli Lilly for ‘human health innovation’ VC fund appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Raspberry AI, a NYC-based provider of a generative AI platform for fashion creatives, raised $24M in Series A funding. The round was led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). Existing investors Greycroft, Correlation Ventures and MVP Ventures also participated along with angel investors including Gokul Rajaram and Ken Pilot. The company intends to use the funds to […] The post Raspberry AI Raises $24M in Series A Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Private Equity Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

Growth equity firm Valspring Capital has closed its first fund, Valspring Capital Fund I, exceeding its $255m target, with plans to focus on investments in growth-stage companies in the healthcare sector. Investors in the fund include a mix of institutional limited partners such as endowments, foundations, pension funds, financial institutions, funds of funds, and private wealth firms.

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Caidya, a Raleigh, NC-based global mid-sized CRO, received a $165M growth investment from Rubicon Founders. The company intends to use the funds to support its next phase of growth, enabling continued organic expansion along with exploration of strategic acquisitions. Led by CEO Barbara Lopez Kunz, Caidya is a global, mid-sized clinical research organization (CRO) dedicated […] The post Caidya Receives $165M Growth Investment From Rubicon Founders appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Private Equity Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

AI and data intelligence solutions provider DNN has secured a $300m investment from Blackstone’s Tactical Opportunities fund, valuing the company at $5bn, to support its ability to meet the demand for AI and high-performance computing infrastructure. According to a recent press release, DDN, founded in 1998, serves various industries, including financial services, life sciences, the public sector, and AI hyperscalers such as xAI and Lambda.

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Saluda Medical, a Minneapolis, MN-based commercial-stage medical device company, raised $100M in funding. The round was led by Redmile Group, with participation from existing investors Wellington Management, TPG Life Sciences Innovation, Fidelity Management & Research Company, Action Potential Venture Capital, and funds and accounts advised by T.

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SEI

JANUARY 13, 2025

Public Invited to Monitor Conference Call at 5 p.m.

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

eBay (Nasdaq: EBAY), a San Jose, CA-based global commerce leader, acquired Caramel, a Los Angeles, CA-based end-to-end online automotive transaction solution provider. eBay has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Caramel as ofJanuary 11, 2025. Closing is subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, and is expected to occur in the first quarter of 2025.

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AltAssets

JANUARY 13, 2025

Belgian B2B tech investor Smartfin Capital has closed its third growth fund on 250m thanks to first-time backing from the European Investment Fund. The post Belgium’s Smartfin seals 250m for latest B2B tech growth fund, picks up EIF backing appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Snappy, a NYC-based global gifting company, announced its acquisition of Covver, a platform specializing in swag, company stores, and points-based recognition solutions. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. With this acquisition, Snappy will expand its presence in the swag and company store markets, offering businesses end-to-end solutions for gifting and branded merchandise.

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Financial Times - Banking

JANUARY 13, 2025

Bank plots go-it-alone entry into competitive area of finance as rivals seek partnerships with funds

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Valeo Networks, a Rockledge, FL-based managed security service provider (MSSP), acquired Verus Technologies Solutions, a managed service provider (MSP) based in San Rafael, CA. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. This acquisition, Valeo Networks’ 10th to date, will expand the company’s presence in theBay Areamarket and enhance its service portfolio while adding valuable robotic […] The post Valeo Networks Acquires Verus Technology Solutions appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Financial Times M&A

JANUARY 13, 2025

Veon signs letter of intent with Cohen Circle for US listing of subsidiary

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Proper Good, an Austin, TX-based ready-to-eat meal solutions company, raised an undisclosed amount in funding. The funding round was primarily backed by internal investors and board members, with a strategic focus on driving retail growth and introducing Proper Good to new households in 2025. The company intends to use the funds to accelerate product development, […] The post Proper Good Raises Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.

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AltAssets

JANUARY 13, 2025

Investment giantStepStone Group has reportedly reached a roughly $1.4bn final close for its latest co-invest fund - almost double its initial target. The post StepStone said to seal $1.4bn for new infra co-invest vehicle, close to double its initial target appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Bellevue, WA-based T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Vistar Media, a NYC-based provider of technology solutions for digital-out-of-home (DOOH) advertisements. T-Mobile will pay approximately $600 million in cash, subject to closing adjustments. The transaction is expected to close in Q1 2025, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including receipt […] The post T-Mobile to Acquire Vistar Media, for Approx. $600M appeared first

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Financial Times M&A

JANUARY 13, 2025

Plus, the big hopes hanging on the UKs IPO market this year and Jefferies lands a mega healthcare deal

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Cengage Group, a Boston, MA-based edtech company, acquired Visible Body, a company which specializes in interactive, 3D models and software for the sciences. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. This acquisition enhances Cengage Group’s science offerings across its portfolio, providing new mediums and interactive experiences for learners.

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AltAssets

JANUARY 13, 2025

Bain Capital has upped its offer for Australia's Insignia Financial to A$2.87bn to match a rival bid from CC Capital. The post Deal Roundup: Bain Capital ups Insignia bid to match rival CC Capital, Blackstone said to eye $4bn Liftoff exit appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Overhaul, an Austin, TX-based supply chain risk management and intelligence company, raised $55M in equity funding. The round was led by Springcoast Partners with participation from existing investors Edison Partners and Americo. As part of the investment,Chris DederickandHolger Staudefrom Springcoast will join Overhaul’s board of directors. The company intends to use the funds to: Led by […] The post Overhaul Raises $55M in Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.

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AltAssets

JANUARY 13, 2025

European blockchain investor Theta Capital has hired former ABN AMRO senior exec Jeroen Tielman as head of institutional relations. The post Theta Capital brings in ABN AMRO veteran Tielman as institutional relations head appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Wilmington, Delaware, 13th January 2025, Chainwire The post Moemate Starts Ecosystem Development with $Mates Launch of 6m+ Users on 14th January appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Financial Times: Moral Money

JANUARY 13, 2025

Funds, not rain, are set to flow into the citys subways and trains

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Calgary, Canada, 13th January 2025, Chainwire The post Fire Token Launches Presale for Tokenized Bitcoin Mining Operation in Canada appeared first on FinSMEs.

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A Wealth of Common Sense

JANUARY 13, 2025

Today’s Talk Your Book is brought to you by KraneShares: See here for more information on the KraneShares Man Buyout Index ETF On today’s show, we discuss: How the portfolio was constructed Looking at private market valuations Screening out the lowest quality companies Concentration vs diversification within the portfolio What private equity companies usually look for in investments The Moneyball-ization of t.

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FinSMEs

JANUARY 13, 2025

Victoria, Seychelles, 13th January 2025, Chainwire The post BYDFi Launches Innovative Perpetual Contract Copy Trading Feature, Welcomes Global Traders to Join appeared first on FinSMEs.

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