In an era marked by rapid changes in global financial markets, mergers and acquisitions have emerged as crucial drivers of transformation. Recently, American private equity firm KKR completed its second major acquisition in less than a week. With a deal valued at USD 3.1 billion, KKR acquired a joint venture formed by S&P Global and CME Group. Despite the decelerating pace of deals caused by tariff restrictions, this move underscores a determined effort by industry players to reshape market dynamics.
The private equity firm GTCR is close to finalizing a deal to acquire OSTTRA, a provider of post-trade services in the foreign exchange and derivatives markets, for a remarkable sum of $3.2 billion. This news has caught the attention of experts and analysts as it reflects the ongoing trend of consolidation in the financial sector.
In a dramatic turn of events, credit rating powerhouse S&P Global has announced a comprehensive revision of its macroeconomic forecasts following the imposition of sweeping tariffs by then-President Donald Trump. This bold move has sent ripples through the global economy, as the scale and scope of these new trade barriers have far exceeded all expert expectations. The resultant wave of uncertainty is now prompting concerns over potential downgrades in credit ratings not just for individual companies, but for entire nations.
March 2025 marked a new chapter for India's manufacturing sector, showcasing its fastest growth pace in eight months. This resurgent performance was driven primarily by robust domestic demand, which has effectively offset more than a year of previous contraction. The HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, rose to 58.1 from February's 56.3, comfortably above the 50.0 threshold that separates growth from decline.
On Friday, S&P Global Ratings downgraded the long-term credit rating of Nissan Motor (7201.T) to "BB." This move reflects the current outlook on the company's business performance, as industry analysts note that Nissan’s automotive sector lacks the rapid transformative progress needed to compete effectively with its global peers.
