International
Edition 63 · Week 43
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HOT SELLER THIS WEEK
- A UK startup called Atlian has raised new funding for an AI platform that finds construction projects while they are still being planned and connects them with insurance brokers. The company plans to use the money to launch commercially and hire more staff. HPC can source similar AI, construction and consulting businesses for investors and larger companies.
- On 24 October Abu Dhabi based Masdar agreed to buy more than 550 megawatts of solar projects in Greece from Lightsource bp. The projects are expected to generate enough electricity for more than 200,000 homes each year. Masdar also signed an agreement to explore green data centre development with Khazna. HPC can connect renewable energy developers, investors, landowners and technology companies with similar projects.
- Financial services remain active as investors look for companies with strong customers, valuable data and opportunities to grow through acquisitions. Recent investment activity includes financial technology, credit data and asset management businesses across Europe and other markets. HPC can source wealth managers, financial advisers, fintech companies and investment businesses for buyers and investors.
- Governments are increasing spending on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and secure information systems as technology becomes more important to national security. Companies that can protect sensitive information or help governments understand large amounts of data are becoming more valuable. HPC can connect specialist technology businesses with government contractors, investors and international partners.
- On 23 October New York based Pathos AI raised $237 million and reached a valuation of about $3 billion. The company is working with Bristol Myers Squibb and Tempus AI to use artificial intelligence and patient data to improve drug development. HPC can source healthcare AI, biotechnology and medical technology companies for pharmaceutical groups, investors and international partners.
- Companies expanding in artificial intelligence, healthcare, construction and energy need more engineers, developers and other skilled workers. This is creating opportunities for recruitment companies with specialist talent pools and international reach. HPC can identify recruitment and workforce businesses that can be sold to larger groups or connected with companies expanding into new markets.
- Wildcat Defense has agreed to acquire Fraser Industries in Wisconsin and plans to invest about $350 million in the shipyard. Fraser operates ship repair, vessel manufacturing, engineering and terminal businesses serving commercial and defence customers. HPC can source shipyards, engineering companies, manufacturers and defence suppliers for investors looking for industrial businesses.
- Masdar has agreed to work with Khazna Data Centers on developing greener data centres in Greece alongside its purchase of more than 550 megawatts of solar projects. The combination of renewable energy and data centre development creates opportunities for power companies, construction firms, technology suppliers and investors. HPC can connect these groups with similar projects around the world.
- Legal technology companies are attracting investors as law firms and large businesses look for faster ways to research documents, contracts and regulations. Legora has raised $550 million at a valuation of about $8.8 billion, showing the size of investor interest in legal AI. HPC can source smaller legal technology, compliance and regulatory businesses for investors and larger professional services groups.
- Private equity firm EQT has agreed to acquire molecular testing company Qiagen for about $12.1 billion. The deal shows continued investor demand for businesses with specialist technology, strong customers and a clear role in healthcare. HPC can use this as a signal to source medical testing, laboratory and healthcare technology businesses for private equity and strategic buyers.
- US company Maxinsights has raised $30 million to build data tools for physical AI and robotics. The company collects real world information that can be used to train robots and other AI systems. HPC can source data collection, market research, analytics and AI data companies for technology groups, investors and manufacturers.
- Companies are continuing to combine marketing with customer data and artificial intelligence to improve how businesses reach customers. Smaller agencies with strong client relationships and useful technology can become attractive acquisition targets. HPC can source digital marketing agencies, advertising technology companies and customer data businesses for larger groups.
- The growth of AI is creating demand for large sites with electricity, cooling and high speed network connections. The new Masdar and Khazna plans in Greece show how renewable energy and data centre development are increasingly being planned together. HPC can connect landowners, developers, power companies and investors with international data centre opportunities.
- Zurich based industrial AI company Cerrion has raised $18 million to expand its AI powered video technology for factories. The company helps industrial businesses use cameras and artificial intelligence to identify problems and improve production. HPC can source similar industrial AI startups for investors, manufacturers and international technology groups.
- Israeli cybersecurity startup Modelyo has raised about $17 million to develop technology that allows companies to use AI while keeping sensitive information private. The company plans to use the funding for research and international expansion. HPC can source cybersecurity, AI privacy and cloud technology businesses for investors and larger technology companies.
- Travel and hospitality companies are increasingly using software to manage bookings, customers, staff and daily operations. New investment in hospitality technology businesses shows that investors are looking for companies that can improve how hotels and travel businesses operate. HPC can source hotel technology, travel platforms, hospitality businesses and leisure companies for international buyers.
Sector stories & insights.
Skills in AI, data and technology are increasingly deciding where big companies choose to operate, and Citi is backing Philippine talent. 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 $15 million.
A Halifax startup is working on turning seawater into jet fuel, a possible new route to cleaner flying. Projects that cut emissions 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.
Peso Logs a Record Low of 63.615 per Dollar as AIA Philippines Opens More Global Income Funds
The Philippine peso touched a fresh record low, while AIA Philippines is widening access to top performing global income funds through its Advantage Max plan. Banks, insurers and investors are looking for partners to manage risk 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.
UK Chancellor John Healey Delivers His First Budget on 28 October With Tax Rises Tipped
Speculation is growing that dividend tax could rise again and that a sharp rise in the bank profits surcharge is on the way. Brazil also votes in its presidential runoff today. Governments are under pressure to raise money and keep growth going, 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 $150 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.
The travel booking company has received investment promotion from Thailand's Board of Investment for its International Business Centre activity. Bangkok is its Global Tech and Operations Hub, and the company employs more than 8,000 people in 25 markets. Employers are rethinking where to hire, and how to train and keep tech talent.
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.
Global PC Shipments Dropped in the Third Quarter of 2026, Pressured by RAM
The Verge reports that worldwide PC shipments fell in the third quarter as memory pressures hit the market. Manufacturers and suppliers 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 $100 million.
Record Diesel Prices Squeeze Oregon Ranchers Already Hit by Drought and Fire
NPR reports that ranchers must buy extra hay because of drought and pay truckers more to deliver it because of higher fuel prices. Developers of power, solar and fuel 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 $150 million.
The social media group has agreed to pay what is being called a historic sum in a case brought in New Mexico. Companies need clear advice on consumer protection, disclosure and governance rules.
HPC brokers the acquisition of, and partnerships with, compliance, regtech and legal services providers. We earn a 3% success fee on deals of around $30 million.
New Asia Forum 2026 Targets $30 Billion in Investment, Positioning Indonesia as a Gateway to Asia
The forum aims to line up US$30 billion in investment and to present Indonesia as an entry point to Asia's growth. Companies, banks and funds are weighing deals, listings 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.
Coffee Gets Pricier in the Philippines Amid a Global and Local Supply Crunch
Coffee prices are rising as supply tightens worldwide and at home. Brands, cafes 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 $10 million.
Broadcasters, streamers and creators are looking for money and partners to reach bigger audiences across Asia and beyond.
HPC arranges equity investments, content licensing and merger transactions for media businesses. Our success fee is 3% on deals of about $15 million.
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority is looking at a commercial plaza in New Clark City. 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 $60 million.
Europe's Startup Visa Programmes Compared as 20 Schemes Compete for Founders
A startup news roundup compares 20 startup visa programmes across Europe. 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 $15 million.
Meta says it has fixed a problem that let its smart glasses eavesdrop without a prompt. Data centre firms, chipmakers and cloud providers 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 $100 million.
Hotels, Airlines and Tour Operators Seek Capital as Fuel and Currency Costs Move
With fuel prices high and currencies swinging, travel firms 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 $30 million.