Edinburgh Worldwide’s SpaceX bet delivers nearly 950% return

The Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust (EWIT) has generated a near 950% return on its long-held investment in Elon Musk’s Space Exploration Technologies, better known as SpaceX, underscoring one of the most successful private-market bets in its portfolio. The investment has also become a focal point in a growing dispute with the trust’s largest shareholder, activist… Continue reading Edinburgh Worldwide’s SpaceX bet delivers nearly 950% return

From Walgreens to EA: 2025 marked a banner year for take-private deals

Global public markets lost a significant number of companies to private equity in 2025, as boards and investors reassessed the costs and constraints of remaining listed amid volatile markets and rising regulatory burdens. From retail and software to gaming and human capital management, a growing number of companies opted to go private, encouraged by abundant… Continue reading From Walgreens to EA: 2025 marked a banner year for take-private deals

KKR, PAG to buy Sapporo Real Estate for $3B as Japan embraces private equity

A consortium led by private equity firms KKR and PAG has agreed to acquire Sapporo Holdings’ real estate subsidiary in a deal valued at about $3 billion, marking another high-profile transaction as Japanese companies increasingly shed non-core assets and embrace foreign capital. Sapporo Holdings said on Wednesday that the deal to sell Sapporo Real Estate… Continue reading KKR, PAG to buy Sapporo Real Estate for $3B as Japan embraces private equity

Amazon to invest $10B in OpenAI and provide chips for ChatGPT maker: report

OpenAI is in early-stage discussions to raise at least $10 billion from Amazon.com Inc., a move that could significantly deepen ties between the ChatGPT maker and the world’s largest cloud-computing provider, reported Information. The talks also include the possibility of OpenAI adopting Amazon’s in-house Trainium chips, according to the report citing a person with knowledge… Continue reading Amazon to invest $10B in OpenAI and provide chips for ChatGPT maker: report

McKinsey signals cost cuts as growth stalls despite centenary optimism

As McKinsey & Co. marked its 100th anniversary with fanfare in Chicago, the consulting firm’s leadership struck a confident public tone about its future. Yet behind the scenes, executives have been delivering a more restrained message: the firm needs to become leaner after several years of flat growth. At the late-October gathering of partners in… Continue reading McKinsey signals cost cuts as growth stalls despite centenary optimism

Alphabet set for fresh accounting boost as SpaceX valuation jumps

Alphabet Inc. is poised to record another substantial paper gain following a new SpaceX tender offer that sharply lifts the private company’s implied valuation. The transaction, which prices insider shares well above previous secondary sales, is expected to raise the carrying value of Alphabet’s long-held stake in Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite business. The development,… Continue reading Alphabet set for fresh accounting boost as SpaceX valuation jumps

Interview: brace for volatility as AI reshapes markets in 2026, says Erlen Capital’s Schneller

2025 delivered no shortage of drama across the global economic, business, and financial landscape. From DeepSeek’s shockwaves to tariff battles and the relentless march of AI reshaping boardrooms and stock charts, the year had it all. As we step into 2026, Invezz spoke with Bruno Schneller, managing partner at Zurich-based Erlen Capital Management, to unpack… Continue reading Interview: brace for volatility as AI reshapes markets in 2026, says Erlen Capital’s Schneller

Nu Quantum secures $60M in one of UK’s largest series A funding

Nu Quantum has secured fresh investor attention as momentum in quantum networking rises across the global technology and energy sectors. The British startup, which builds infrastructure to connect and scale quantum computers, has raised $60 million in a Series A round. It is one of the largest early-stage raises in the UK and signals how… Continue reading Nu Quantum secures $60M in one of UK’s largest series A funding

Ares shares surge as firm wins S&P 500 spot: all you need to know about the stock

Ares Management stock was soaring ahead of the open on Tuesday, rising about 8% after the investment firm secured long-awaited entry into the S&P 500 index. The company will replace Kellanova, the snacking giant whose brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, and Pop-Tarts. Kellanova is set to be acquired by privately held Mars Inc., with the deal… Continue reading Ares shares surge as firm wins S&P 500 spot: all you need to know about the stock