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Edition 63 · Week 43
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HOT SELLER THIS WEEK
- On 21 October AI companies continue to attract new funding and business opportunities. Companies that can build AI tools, train staff or help businesses use AI are looking for customers, partners and investors. HPC can connect these companies with buyers, investors, universities and large businesses looking for new technology services.
- A UK renewable energy company that designs, installs and maintains renewable energy systems is currently for sale. The business has around £1 million in yearly sales, about £203,000 in adjusted profit and a project pipeline worth around £1.35 million. It already has repeat customers in defence, education, construction and housing. If you want to buy or invest in a renewable energy business, contact HPC Consultancy.
- Insurance companies are facing pressure to become stronger and more financially stable, which could lead to more mergers and acquisitions. Smaller insurance businesses may look for larger partners or new investors. HPC can help identify insurance businesses that are looking for buyers, investment or strategic partners.
- Governments are looking for safer ways to use artificial intelligence while keeping important information under their own control. Technology companies that provide secure AI systems could find new opportunities with governments and public sector organisations. HPC can connect these companies with government buyers, investors and strategic partners.
- Healthcare is becoming more dependent on cloud systems, data and artificial intelligence. Companies providing secure technology for hospitals, medical imaging and other healthcare services are attracting investors and larger buyers. HPC can find healthcare technology companies that need investment, new owners or international partners.
- Indian IT companies are looking for businesses in the UK, US and Europe that specialise in artificial intelligence and data services. Many of the companies being considered have annual sales between $20 million and $60 million. HPC can help find suitable businesses for these buyers and introduce owners to potential investors or acquirers.
- Silgan Holdings and American Industrial Partners have agreed to buy Trivium Packaging in a deal worth about $3.4 billion. The deal shows that large companies and investment firms continue to look for manufacturing and supply chain businesses. HPC can source similar companies for buyers looking to expand through acquisition.
- The UK is seeing major investment in solar power and data centres. Large solar farms and AI data centres are creating demand for power, land, construction and equipment. HPC can connect project owners with investors, contractors, suppliers and energy partners.
- As companies use more artificial intelligence, they also need help with data protection, security and regulatory rules. Businesses offering AI compliance, data protection and risk services could become attractive acquisition targets. HPC can identify specialist firms that are available for investment or sale and connect them with larger professional services groups.
- On 21 October Ashtead Technology agreed to a recommended cash takeover by a company controlled by funds managed by Ember Infrastructure. The buyer plans to acquire the whole company. The deal shows continued interest from investors in specialist infrastructure businesses. HPC can source similar companies for private equity firms and strategic buyers.
- Businesses that collect, analyse and explain large amounts of data are becoming more valuable as companies adopt AI. Buyers are looking for specialist firms that already have customers, technology and skilled teams. HPC can identify smaller data and research companies that could be sold to larger technology or consulting groups.
- Salesforce has agreed to buy Braze, a company that helps businesses communicate with their customers through digital channels, for about $5.66 billion. The deal shows strong demand for marketing technology businesses with large customer bases. HPC can source smaller marketing and advertising technology companies for buyers looking to grow.
- CBRE has agreed to buy London based Onnec Group in a deal worth up to about $1 billion. Onnec installs and maintains equipment and cabling inside data centres. The deal shows how demand for AI and cloud computing is creating new value in specialist property and infrastructure services. HPC can source data centre sites, contractors and related businesses for investors.
- Tenstorrent has raised about $1.5 billion in a new funding round, giving the AI computing company a valuation of about $6.2 billion. The company develops processors, computer systems and software for artificial intelligence. HPC can identify smaller AI hardware and software companies that may need investment, buyers or international partners.
- UK company Candessa AI reported revenue of £540,000 for the six months to September, up 63 percent from the previous six months. The company provides AI and data infrastructure services and expects sales to grow strongly. HPC can help similar growing technology businesses find investors, buyers, customers and international partners.
- HPC's focus on larger resale and investment opportunities. HPC can continue looking for hotels, travel companies, hospitality groups and leisure businesses that are seeking buyers, investors or strategic partners.
Sector stories & insights.
Private AI Investment Could Top $2 Trillion in 2026 as Universities Race to Keep Up
Some outside estimates say private sector spending on AI could pass $2 trillion globally this year. Universities and training providers want AI labs, safe digital campuses and shared computing power, so they are looking for partners to share the cost.
HPC acts as the broker between these institutions and technology vendors, education investors and research funders. We structure and negotiate the partnership, and earn a success fee of 3% on a transaction value of about $20 million.
Companies Look for Trusted Carbon and Green Finance Partners as Clean Energy Demand Grows
Businesses need to prove their green claims are real, so projects that cut emissions or protect nature are looking for verified buyers and investors.
HPC connects project developers with credible offset purchasers and impact investors, handles the deal structure and due diligence, and takes a 3% success fee on credit sales and offtake agreements of roughly $15 million.
GCash Debuts on the Philippine Stock Exchange With a Record 53 Billion Peso IPO
Mynt, the company behind the GCash mobile wallet, listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange on 21 October in the biggest IPO the market has seen. Banks, fintechs and investors are looking for partners to grow digital finance and raise fresh capital.
HPC introduces investors to banks, asset managers and wealth firms and arranges minority stake sales and joint ventures. Our fee is 2.5% of closed transaction value, on deals of about $80 million.
Pakistan Sends a Five Year Auto Policy to Cabinet Targeting $6 Billion in Exports by 2031
The prime minister has approved a five year roadmap that aims for $6 billion in car industry exports and lower tariffs by 2031, and it proposes a 1% sales tax on electric vehicles. Governments are using policy to attract factories and investors, which opens the door to public and private partnerships.
HPC matches infrastructure sponsors, contractors and lenders with qualifying public private partnership opportunities, supports bid positioning, and earns a 2% success fee on financed projects of around $100 million.
Global Healthcare Groups Seek Capital for Hospitals, Diagnostics and Digital Health
Hospital operators, drug makers and health tech firms around the world are raising money to grow and want partners they can trust.
HPC brokers acquisitions, equity raises and technology partnerships between healthcare operators and specialist investors. We take a 3% success fee on transactions of about $50 million.
Philippines Names Its Best Employers for 2027 as Firms Focus on Keeping New Hires
The 2027 list of the country's best employers came out on 21 October, alongside advice on workplace culture, leadership and how to make new hires stay. Companies are looking at training, recruitment and retention partners.
HPC brokers the sale and merger of recruitment, training and talent platforms, and introduces workforce providers to large employers. Our fee is 3.5% of deal value on transactions near $10 million.
UltraTech Faces a Key Quarter as Cement Price Rises Meet High Energy Costs
Brokers say the cement maker's third quarter results are a clean test of whether its September and October price increases can offset energy costs that were already high. Container Corp of India also reported its September quarter volumes. Manufacturers and logistics firms are looking for finance, factory space and partners.
HPC places manufacturers and logistics investors into industrial projects and arranges the joint venture or lease terms. We charge a 2.5% success fee on deals of around $80 million.
The Marcos government has signalled it would consider selling the Bataan nuclear power plant. Developers of power, solar, nuclear and storage projects are lining up money and buyers.
HPC introduces equity and debt providers to project sponsors and negotiates offtake and financing terms. Our success fee is 2% on projects of about $200 million.
Only About 1,400 Pakistani Traders Have Filed Returns Under a Tax Scheme
Just 1,400 traders, including 150 new taxpayers, have filed returns for tax year 2026 under the scheme. Businesses and authorities need clear help with tax rules, filing and compliance.
HPC brokers the acquisition of, and partnerships with, compliance, regtech and legal services providers. We earn a 3% success fee on deals of around $15 million.
The Egyptian fintech sold 320 million existing shares, 20% of its Egyptian business, at 24.50 Egyptian pounds each, valuing the listed business at roughly $745 million. African companies also raised $13.3 billion in hard currency bonds in the first nine months of 2026. Companies, banks and funds are weighing listings, deals and exits.
HPC sources targets, qualifies buyers and manages the process from first introduction to signing. Our fee is 2% of enterprise value on transactions of about $200 million.
Car sales picked up in the Philippines in September, and Kenstar teamed up with Unicommerce in India to boost e commerce. Brands and retailers want clear data on what shoppers are buying and why.
HPC brokers acquisitions and licensing arrangements between analytics providers and enterprise buyers. We take a 3.5% success fee on deals near $12 million.
Netflix Beats Profit Forecasts but Shares Fall 6% After Lower Ad and Revenue Outlook
Netflix earned 87 cents per share against the 82 cents expected, on revenue of $12.87 billion, which matched forecasts. It trimmed its 2026 advertising forecast to $2.7 billion from $3 billion and guided fourth quarter revenue to $13.44 billion, below the $13.51 billion expected. It is also cutting 1,000 jobs, about 6% of its workforce. Streamers, studios and creators are looking for investors and distribution partners.
HPC arranges equity investments, content licensing and merger transactions for media businesses. Our success fee is 3% on deals of about $30 million.
The developer is taking its partnership with the Pag IBIG housing fund to the Visayas as part of a nationwide push to help more Filipinos own a home. Developers and investors are looking for land, joint venture partners and long term funding.
HPC connects developers with funders, landowners and offtake partners, and structures the joint ventures. We take a 2% success fee on projects of around $50 million.
The Egyptian startup, founded in 2016, received an undisclosed investment from the former group chief executive of UAE telecoms group e&, as an extension of its pre Series A round. It builds AI tools that help companies manage customer service across channels. Founders are looking for their next funding round or a smart exit.
HPC brokers funding rounds and acquisitions between startups and investors. Our fee is 3% of capital raised on rounds of about $10 million.
iboss Expects Wider Cloud Security Use in the Philippines in 2027 as AI Threats Grow
The US cloud security firm expects more Philippine companies to adopt cloud security next year as AI powered threats increase. Cybersecurity firms, cloud providers and data centre operators are looking for money and anchor customers.
HPC brokers capacity deals, joint ventures and infrastructure financings between operators and investors. Our success fee is 2.5% on transactions of about $80 million.
Grab for Business Links With Concur Expense to Modernise Business Travel in Southeast Asia
Grab's business arm now connects with Concur Expense, making it easier for companies in Southeast Asia to book trips and manage travel costs. Hotels, airlines and tour operators are looking for fresh capital, new partners and buyers.
HPC arranges sales, recapitalisations and management agreements for hospitality assets. We take a 3% success fee on deals of around $40 million.