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M&A deals in 2026

Browse every published Exit Mode deal announced in 2026, sorted newest first with sectors, valuations, and Founder's Lens commentary where relevant.

The 2026 archive shows how buyer appetite, sector concentration, and deal tempo developed across the year. Use it to compare like-for-like transactions and track where activity accelerated or slowed.

23 January 2026Firm intentionFinancial Services

The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited to acquire Hang Seng Bank Limited

The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited has agreed to acquire Hang Seng Bank Limited in a strategic acquisition within the banking sector. The transaction…

Buyer
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
Target
Hang Seng Bank Limited
Deal value
Not disclosed
Deal type
strategic acquisition
16 January 2026Scheme proposedHospitality & Leisure

Jardine Strategic Limited to acquire Mandarin Oriental International Limited

Jardine Strategic Limited has agreed to acquire Mandarin Oriental International Limited in a strategic acquisition. The target is incorporated in Bermuda and the transac…

Buyer
Jardine Strategic Limited
Target
Mandarin Oriental International Limited
Deal value
Not disclosed
Deal type
strategic acquisition

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