Mergers and acquisitions3 Nov 2025Kimberly-Clark to buy Tylenol-maker for more than $40bnThe deal will unite two giants in the over-the-counter health business, bringing together brands like Kleenex and Benadryl.3 Nov 202525 Aug 2025Keurig Dr Pepper to buy Peet's coffee for $18bnTwo of the world's biggest coffee firms are to combine as the industry grapples with tariffs and high prices for beans. 25 Aug 202529 Jul 2025Merger could create first coast-to-coast US freight railroadUnion Pacific agrees to buy Norfolk Southern, establishing a $250bn colossus with 50,000 miles of track.29 Jul 202517 Jul 2025Samsung boss cleared of fraud by South Korea's top courtThe ruling comes after Lee Jae-yong was acquitted of all charges in two earlier trials.17 Jul 20257 Mar 2025Boots gets new US owner in multi-billion dollar dealThere have been reports the Boots chain could be sold off separately by its new owner.7 Mar 202510 Dec 2024Hershey shares jump on Cadbury owner buyout reportA deal between Mondelez and Hershey could create a food giant with sales of almost $50bn a year.10 Dec 20244 Oct 2024Builders' £2.5bn merger backed after monopoly probeThe housebuilding giants' plan gets the go-ahead after a competition probe into two homes projects. 4 Oct 20246 Sep 20247-Eleven owner rejects $38bn buyout offer Japanese owner of convenience store giant says offer from Canadian rival ‘grossly undervalues’ firm.6 Sep 20245 Sep 2024A mega merger aims to reshape India's entertainment landscapeThe deal aims to create India's largest entertainment company which will dominate the advertising market.5 Sep 2024...