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Berkshire Hathaway will acquire $10 billion in Alphabet stock through a private placement at a 6%-plus discount.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

NextEra Energy will acquire Dominion Energy in an all-stock deal, forming the world’s largest regulated electric utility.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Deutsche Lufthansa will acquire an additional 49% stake in ITA Airways for 325 million euros, increasing its holdings to 90%.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

The deal will give Nvidia rights to invest up to $2.7 billion in the company, and the chip maker will acquire warrants to buy up to 15 million shares of Corning’s common stock.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

“Maybe I will acquire a taste for ruling,” he says coolly.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black