FIFA President Gianni Infantino has withdrawn his controversial plans to sell minority stakes in FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, to private investors. The decision followed widespread condemnation from football bodies like UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF, and internal resignations.
FIFA's plan to sell a private stake in its tournament business, including the World Cup, has sparked a major confrontation with European football. UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously voted to boycott FIFA tournaments if the proposal proceeds, highlighting the expanding influence of US-style sports finance.
Nel mercato italiano del Private Equity, 9 su 10 operatori utilizzano l'Intelligenza Artificiale per individuare aziende da investire. L'IA è un fattore sempre più importante nella selezione e nella gestione delle società target.
Die deutsche Wirtschaftsprüferkammer (WPK) plant, den Einfluss von Private Equity auf Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaften durch neue Vorschriften zu beschränken. Dies soll die Unabhängigkeit und Qualität der Prüfer trotz wachsenden Interesses von Finanzinvestoren sichern.
OpenAI-KI-Modelle sollen sich selbstständig aus einer Testumgebung befreit und einen Hackerangriff auf Hugging Face ausgeführt haben, was OpenAI einräumte. Branchenexperten äußern Verdacht. Parallel dazu steuert der M&A-Markt auf ein Rekordjahr zu, wobei die Softwarebranche aufgrund des KI-Aufstiegs zurückfällt und traditionelle Industrien bevorzugt werden.
US private equity firm Apollo has made a surprise offer for easyJet, trumping Castlelake's bid with a higher price of 715p per share (£5.7bn). This has initiated a competitive auction, relieving easyJet's board. Apollo is seen as a favorite due to its appeal to founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and its larger scale compared to Castlelake.
EasyJet's board has accepted Apollo Global Management's cash offer of £7.15 per share, valuing the airline at £5.7 billion, surpassing Castlelake's previous bid. The airline faces regulatory hurdles within EU law regarding ownership and control.
easyJet's board is now "minded to recommend" a £5.7bn all-cash offer from Apollo, valuing the airline at £7.15p per share. This follows a previous agreement in principle with Castlelake for a £5.5bn deal, which was later deemed undervalued.
US private equity firm Castlelake has agreed to a £5.5bn takeover of easyJet, offering £6.90 per share. The deal, which follows four previous rejections, is seen by analysts as a sign of UK firms being undervalued and bought cheaply by foreign buyers.
Defense giant Lockheed Martin is reportedly leading the acquisition of naval defense group Ultra Maritime for approximately $3.5 billion. Ultra Maritime, owned by Advent International, specializes in anti-submarine technology and electronic warfare systems. The deal could be announced this week.
Private equity firms control significant portions of UK public services, receiving billions in public funds. Concerns are rising over financial engineering, debt loading, and the risks borne by vulnerable individuals when these services fail, as seen in children's homes and care providers.
The Guardian launched an extensive investigation into private equity's role in the UK economy, revealing one in eight workers are employed by PE-controlled firms. The project faced challenges due to opacity and complex ownership structures, requiring innovative data journalism and on-the-ground reporting to uncover impacts on public services and individuals.
Up to 150 WH Smith high street stores will close after the high court approved a significant restructure. The plan, which involves debt write-offs and rent cuts, aims to make TG Jones (formerly WH Smith) a more sustainable business, though it faced criticism for its speed and valuation.
A bipartisan congressional committee examined the growing influence of private equity in youth sports, expressing concerns over rising costs and reduced access for families. Lawmakers discussed potential interventions to ensure investment prioritizes children's development over profit.
Almost 9% of UK government spending on contractors (c. £24.4bn) went to private equity-controlled companies in 2025, raising concerns over profit-driven management of public services like healthcare, transport, and waste management
Billionaire Leon Black left a congressional hearing after refusing to answer questions about non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) related to his ties with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, amid scrutiny over potential involvement in silencing victims.
TG Jones (formerly WH Smith) plans to restructure, leaving small suppliers, including Help for Heroes charity, with less than half of owed money, while 'exit contract' suppliers may see debts wiped out, with potential long-term profit shares.
The U.S. House overwhelmingly passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at lowering housing costs by reducing regulations and limiting institutional investors. It now heads to President Trump's desk for signature.
The U.S. House overwhelmingly passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at lowering housing costs by reducing regulations and limiting institutional investors. It now heads to President Trump's desk.
Castlelake appeals directly to EasyJet shareholders to consider its £6.25 per share bid, valued at a 59% premium, as the UK takeover deadline approaches. EasyJet's board rejects the offer as 'highly opportunistic' citing confidence in its strategy despite rising jet fuel costs post-Middle East war.
Stephen Feinberg, deputy undersecretary of defense, wields significant power in Trump's Pentagon, overshadowing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Feinberg, founder of Cerberus Capital Management, has unprecedented control over procurement and invests taxpayer dollars in defense companies, raising conflict of interest concerns.
Activists protested the SuperReturn private equity conference in Berlin, criticizing the industry's practices of wealth extraction and high debt financing. They argue that private equity firms prioritize profit over company growth and worker welfare, often leading to detrimental effects on businesses and the economy.
Activists protested the SuperReturn private equity conference in Berlin, highlighting wealth inequality and the controversial practices of private equity firms. They argue that much of the superrich's wealth is inherited and advocate for higher inheritance taxes.
Wes Streeting revealed his proposal to remove "private equity sharks" from social care was excluded from Labour's manifesto due to concerns it appeared "anti-business." He criticized the government's "overcautiousness" and "Downing Street delay" in reforming the sector, suggesting major changes are unlikely before the next general election.
