International
Edition 66 · Week 46
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- Canadian energy producer Strathcona Resources has agreed to acquire Greenfire Resources in a deal valued at approximately C$2.7bn to C$2.9bn, including debt. The acquisition will expand its oil sands operations in Alberta and is expected to generate around C$75m in annual savings. HPC could identify equipment suppliers, engineering contractors and specialist service providers that may benefit from the enlarged group's operations. Completion is expected after shareholder and regulatory approvals, likely in early 2027.
- Biotechnology company argenx has agreed to acquire US-based Unnatural Products for up to $1.15bn, including $550m upfront and up to $595m in development and regulatory milestone payments. The acquisition adds specialist peptide discovery technology to argenx's medicine development business. HPC could identify laboratory equipment suppliers, research partners, specialist consultants and pharmaceutical service providers that may support the company's future expansion.
- European industrial property group CTP has agreed to acquire the Vietnam portfolio and operating platform of South-East Asia Logistics Partners for approximately $500m. The deal includes seven existing logistics properties and six development sites, creating a major platform for further expansion in Vietnam. HPC could introduce international manufacturers, logistics operators, warehouse technology suppliers and construction contractors seeking opportunities in the growing Vietnamese market.
- European defence and industrial investment platform Onodrim Industries has raised $300m in Series A funding at a reported $1.3bn valuation. The company plans to acquire established aerospace, defence and industrial manufacturing businesses and invest in their growth. HPC could source suitable European businesses seeking investment or an exit and introduce owners to the acquisition team. This is a particularly relevant opportunity for corporate finance and business-sale introductions.
- Japanese investment firm Global Brain has announced an additional investment in newmo, a company building a taxi business and developing autonomous taxi services. Its strategy includes acquiring and combining regional taxi operators while developing technology for future transport services. HPC could identify independent taxi companies, fleet operators, vehicle technology suppliers and mobility partners in Japan and other markets that may be suitable for expansion.
- Envision Energy and German developer ju:niz Energy are expanding their partnership through the 442 MWh Smareg 13 battery storage project in Bavaria. The project adds to their existing collaboration and supports the expansion of large-scale energy storage in Germany. HPC could introduce battery equipment suppliers, electrical contractors, grid connection specialists, engineering firms and institutional investors interested in European energy storage projects.
- Royal Bank of Canada has agreed to acquire Yarra Capital Management, an Australian asset manager with approximately A$18bn under management and around 75 employees. The transaction will strengthen RBC's investment management business in Australia and the wider Asia-Pacific region. HPC could identify specialist investment technology providers, compliance firms, fund administration businesses and institutional partners seeking to work with the enlarged organisation.
- London-based Finbourne Technology has been listed as raising £10m in a Series B funding round. The company operates in financial technology and investment data management, an area where demand for reliable financial information and digital infrastructure continues to grow. HPC could explore introductions to banks, asset managers, private equity firms and technology partners that may become customers or distribution partners. The reported funding entry should be confirmed directly with the company before treating it as a fully verified announcement.
- A new UK procurement notice lists an estimated £8m strategic partner contract for the Department for Communities in Northern Ireland. The requirement covers professional services, business analysis, information technology and related consultancy support, with a submission deadline listed as 7 December 2026. HPC could identify specialist consultancies and technology firms that could join a bidding consortium or provide subcontracted services.
- The Environment Agency has published a £50,000 opportunity to install river temperature sensors at nine monitoring sites in North East England. The authority will provide the sensors, while the appointed contractor will handle installation and associated materials. HPC could introduce environmental monitoring companies, instrumentation suppliers and specialist engineering contractors. The listed deadline is 18 November 2026.
- Virgin Active has acquired 13 Holmes Place fitness clubs across Germany, expanding its European health and wellness portfolio. The clubs operate in cities including Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne and Düsseldorf. HPC could identify fitness equipment suppliers, wellness brands, technology providers and specialist operators that may be interested in supplying or partnering with the expanded business.
Sector stories & insights.
Michael Barr's talk is one of several Fed speeches this week, and it comes as universities and training providers look for partners to fund AI labs, safe digital campuses and shared computing power.
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.
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.
US Treasury Sells $42 Billion of 10 Year Notes Today, Hours After the Inflation Report
The auction at 1pm Eastern tests demand for US debt, and the bond market is closed on Wednesday for Veterans Day. On Monday the S&P 500 rose 2.3% and small caps gained 3.1%, even though Nvidia fell 4.3%. Banks, funds and wealth managers 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 $100 million.
US Inflation Report Lands This Morning With Fed Governors Waller and Bowman Due to Speak
October CPI arrives at 8:30am Eastern, the first inflation reading since the Fed held rates at 3.75% to 4% with two governors wanting a hike. Governments and central banks are under pressure from high prices, 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.
Wall Street is expecting around $893.4 million of revenue from the online health company. Hospitals, drug makers and health tech firms 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 $80 million.
With inflation figures due today and a strong jobs report last week, companies are looking at smarter ways to find, train and keep staff.
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.
With producer prices due on Friday and oil easing, manufacturers 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.
Brent Slips 1.3% to About $91 and WTI Falls 1.4% to $85.62 Ahead of US Inflation Data
Oil prices drifted lower early on Tuesday as traders watched for the CPI report. Developers of power, fuel 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 $250 million.
Companies Tighten Rules on Disclosure, Tax and Governance as Regulators Watch Closely
With markets jumpy and a rate hike in play, firms need clear advice on reporting, tax 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 $25 million.
Companies Weigh Deals, Listings and Exits as Bond Auctions and Rate Hike Odds Test Borrowing Costs
With a December Fed hike seen as about 80% likely, buyers and sellers are weighing the cost of borrowing before committing to deals.
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 $300 million.
US October CPI Is Forecast at 0.3% for the Month and About 3.9% for the Year
Core inflation is expected to rise 0.2% on the month, down from 0.3% in September, while annual inflation is forecast to rise to 3.9% from 3.7%. 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 $15 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 $25 million.
Developers Seek Land, Partners and Long Term Funding as Rate Hike Worries Linger
With a December Fed hike still in play, developers and investors are looking for land, joint venture partners and patient funding for housing, logistics and mixed use schemes.
HPC connects developers with funders, landowners and offtake partners, and structures the joint ventures. We take a 2% success fee on projects of around $80 million.
With CoreWeave reporting today and Cisco, Applied Materials, Nebius and Cerebras on Thursday, startups 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 $20 million.
CoreWeave Reports After the Close as Investors Watch Its Spending Plan and Backlog
Analysts expect a loss of about $1.45 a share, and in August the company guided to third quarter revenue of $3.45 to $3.60 billion against capital spending of $11.5 to $13.5 billion, around 3.5 times its revenue at the midpoints. It ended June with about $104 billion of contracted backlog. 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 $200 million.
With Brent near $91 and rate worries lingering, 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 $40 million.