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Edition 66 · Week 46

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11th Nov 2026
  • Global professional services group Marsh McLennan has agreed to acquire Wilshire, an investment advisory, solutions and analytics business, from CC Capital and Motive Partners. The acquisition will strengthen Marsh's investment consulting and financial services capabilities. HPC could identify specialist investment firms, technology providers, fund administration businesses and financial consultants that may benefit from the enlarged organisation.
  • London based biotechnology company Oyster Therapeutics has raised $60m in Series A funding led by 4BIO Capital, with participation from Eli Lilly and other investors. The funding will support the development of treatments targeting tau proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease and other neurological conditions. HPC could introduce pharmaceutical manufacturers, clinical research organisations, laboratory equipment suppliers and specialist healthcare investors to support the company's development and expansion.
  • US private equity firm KPS Capital Partners has agreed to acquire a 70% stake in the packaging business of Austria's MM Group, valuing the operation at €2.4bn. The business operates more than 50 production facilities across 19 countries and employs approximately 8,500 people. MM Group will retain a 30% interest following completion. HPC could identify packaging machinery suppliers, raw material distributors, automation specialists, logistics companies and potential acquisition targets that may support the business's next stage of growth.
  • US based Path Robotics has raised $300m in Series E funding at a reported valuation of $2.45bn. The investment was led by Georgian, with participation from existing investors and NAVER Ventures. The company develops artificial intelligence powered robotics for manufacturing, helping factories automate complex production processes. HPC could introduce manufacturers, industrial automation suppliers, engineering contractors and international distributors interested in adopting or commercialising its technology.
  • Cape Town based financial technology company Yoco has secured a $100m credit facility from Victory Park Capital. The funding will support the expansion of Yoco Capital, its embedded finance platform serving more than 200,000 merchants. The business aims to extend access to finance for small and medium sized businesses. HPC could identify financial institutions, lending partners, payment technology providers, institutional investors and merchant networks that could support its expansion across Africa and other international markets.
  • German energy company RWE and global investment firm KKR have confirmed an investment of approximately £12bn in the Vanguard West and Vanguard East offshore wind projects in the UK. The developments will deliver approximately 2.8GW of generating capacity and are expected to supply electricity equivalent to around three million homes by 2030. The partnership has secured major project financing, with offshore construction expected to begin in early 2027. HPC could identify engineering contractors, turbine suppliers, marine construction companies, electrical infrastructure specialists and international investors seeking opportunities in the UK renewable energy sector.
  • Canadian technology company Blue J has raised $176m in Series E funding at a reported valuation exceeding $700m. The investment was led by JMI Equity, with participation from Oak HC/FT, Sapphire Ventures and Intrepid Growth Partners. Blue J develops artificial intelligence software that helps tax professionals research legislation, analyse complex tax questions and improve advisory services. HPC could introduce accounting firms, financial institutions, professional services businesses, software distributors and international technology partners interested in adopting or distributing its platform.
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Sector stories & insights.

Education & Consulting

Universities and Training Providers Seek Partners to Fund AI Labs as AI Stocks Rebound

Strong CoreWeave results eased fears about AI demand, but universities and training providers still need AI labs, safe digital campuses and shared computing power. 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.

ESG & Sustainability

Companies Look for Trusted Carbon and Green Finance Partners as Rate Hike Fears Build

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.

Financial & Wealth Management

Hot US Inflation Lifts Yields and Pushes December Fed Hike Odds Close to 100%

October consumer prices rose 0.4%, above the 0.3% expected, and all three major US indices closed lower on Tuesday. JPMorgan Asset Management's David Kelly says a half point hike by the Fed next month is not needed. 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.

Government & Public Policy

US Bond Market Closes Today for Veterans Day While Stocks Keep Trading

Treasuries are shut on Wednesday, just after a hot inflation report moved yields. 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.

Healthcare & Medical Tourism

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 $80 million.

Human Capital & HR

Employers Rethink Pay, Hiring and Retention as Inflation Stays Sticky

With core prices up 0.3% for a third month running, 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.

Industrial & Supply Chain

Manufacturers and Logistics Firms Seek Partners as Input Costs Stay High

With producer prices due on Friday and inflation still elevated, 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.

Infrastructure & Energy

Iren and Nebius Gain as CoreWeave Eases Fears Over AI Infrastructure Debt

Other AI infrastructure names rose alongside CoreWeave in early trading on Wednesday. Developers of power, data centre 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 $250 million.

Legal, Regulatory & Compliance

Nvidia Falls Another 5.5% as Concerns Around Its Chief Executive Weigh on the Stock

The chip maker fell for a second day on Tuesday amid concerns surrounding Jensen Huang, before bouncing in early trading on Wednesday. Companies need clear advice on governance, disclosure and compliance when leadership questions arise.

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.

M&A & Corporate Finance

Companies Weigh Deals, Listings and Exits as Rate Hike Odds Climb

With a December Fed hike now widely expected, 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.

Market Research & Analytics

Core Inflation Rises 0.3% for a Third Straight Month, Keeping Price Pressures in Focus

Core prices, which exclude food and energy, rose 0.3% in October against the 0.2% forecast, while headline prices rose 0.4%. 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.

Media, Marketing & PR

Take-Two Interactive Surges as Investors React to Its Latest Results

The games publisher jumped during Tuesday's session after reporting. Media firms, game 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 $25 million.

Real Estate & Development

Developers Seek Land, Partners and Long Term Funding as Rate Hike Worries Grow

With a December Fed hike widely expected, 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.

Startups & Venture Capital

Founders Watch Closely as AI Funding Fears Ease After CoreWeave Results

With Nasdaq 100 futures up about 1.9% on Wednesday, 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.

Technology & Digital Strategy

CoreWeave Revenue Jumps 168% to $3.66 Billion and Its Full Year Forecast Is Raised

The AI cloud provider beat forecasts of about $3.55 billion, lifted 2026 revenue guidance to $13.0 to $13.3 billion, and reported a record backlog of about $133 billion, up 138%, though it still lost $709 million. Its shares jumped around 11% to 14% before the open after falling more than 40% in a month, and Nvidia, AMD, Intel, Micron and SK Hynix also rose. 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.

Travel, Hospitality & Leisure

Hotels, Airlines and Tour Operators Seek Capital as Rates and Fuel Stay in Focus

With rate hike worries rising, 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.

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