One of Warren Buffett’s biggest acquisitions in recent years began at a dinner in New York City between the legendary investor and the CEO of Alleghany Corp., Joseph Brandon, reports…
Tag: M&A Activity
Apple Buys Fintech Start-up Credit Kudos
In a deal finalized earlier this week, Apple has acquired Credit Kudos, a financial-tech (finch) start-up that is valued at about $150 million and based in the UK, reports CNBC.…
Buffett's Bid for Tech Data Thwarted
Berkshire Hathaway’s $5 billion offer ($140 per-share) for technology distributor Tech Data Corp. was beat by private equity firm Apollo Global Management last month with an offer of $145 per…
Study Finds Key to M&A Value
An article in Barron’s discusses the findings of a new study by Harvard Business School doctoral candidate Matthew Schaffer that explores the usefulness of independent valuation experts in acquisitions. Based…