KKR Acquires Mitsubishi Corp.-UBS Realty Inc. (MC-UBSR) in Strategic Transaction

JA Mitsui Leasing Acquires Katsumi Global, LLC

July 13, 2023

Financial Services

JA Mitsui Leasing Ltd., through its U.S. subsidiary JA Mitsui Leasing Capital Corporation, acquired 100% of Katsumi Global, LLC, a Michigan-headquartered provider of working capital strategies and supply-chain financing solutions. The acquisition is intended to expand JA Mitsui Leasing's business and capabilities in North America by leveraging Katsumi Global's platform, people and experience alongside JAML's financial strength and customer network.

KKR Acquires Bushu Pharmaceuticals from BPEA EQT

December 20, 2022

Pharmaceuticals

KKR has agreed to acquire Bushu Pharmaceuticals, a leading Japanese pharmaceutical CDMO headquartered in Kawagoe, from the BPEA V Fund (BPEA EQT). Bushu operates four manufacturing facilities across Japan, employs around 1,600 people, and provides contract development and manufacturing services for pharmaceuticals and medical devices; the deal is expected to close in Q1 2023 subject to customary approvals.

Credit Suisse Acquires The Klein Group (MK&C) for $175M

February 9, 2023

Financial Services

Credit Suisse Group AG has acquired The Klein Group LLC (MK&C), the investment banking business of M. Klein & Company LLC, for USD 175 million. The seller will receive equity exposure in CS First Boston via a convertible note and warrant, and Michael Klein will be appointed CEO of Banking, CEO Americas and designated CEO of CS First Boston. The deal is intended to strengthen and accelerate the carveout and build-out of CS First Boston as an independent capital markets and advisory-led business.

U.S. Bancorp to Acquire MUFG Union Bank’s Core Regional Banking Franchise

September 16, 2022

Financial Services

U.S. Bancorp agreed to acquire MUFG Union Bank's core regional banking franchise from Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group. The deal is designed to deepen U.S. Bank’s West Coast footprint, expand customer access to technology and services, and includes a five-year $100 billion community benefits plan. U.S. Bancorp has received all required U.S. regulatory approvals and expects to close before the end of 2022, pending Japanese regulatory approval and other closing conditions.

KKR Acquires Merchants Mortgage Trust & Corporation

January 19, 2022

Financial Services

KKR has acquired Merchants Mortgage Trust & Corporation (MMTC), a Denver-area real estate lending platform that originates short-term residential bridge loans for individual investors. KKR's investment, made through its private credit funds as part of its Asset-Based Finance strategy, provides MMTC with long-term capital to expand origination, product offerings, geographic footprint and financing capabilities.

Mercer Advisors Acquires Mirsky Financial Management Corporation

December 2, 2021

Wealth Management

Mercer Global Advisors, Inc. (Mercer Advisors) has acquired Mirsky Financial Management Corporation (MFMC), a Rochester, New York-based wealth management firm with approximately $320 million in AUM. The deal expands Mercer Advisors' Northeast presence and brings MFMC's advisory and in-house tax capabilities and team into Mercer's platform.