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MarineMax to Be Acquired in $1.5 Billion Deal

Safe Harbor Marinas, a Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company, has agreed to acquire Oldsmar-based MarineMax for $1.5 billion, or $53 a share in cash. This acquisition follows an unsolicited takeover bid and represents a significant premium to MarineMax's previous stock prices. The deal aims to …

NVIDIA Partners With Apollo, BlackRock, Blackstone, Brookfield, Goldman Sachs and KKR to Establish AI Compute Infrastructure Financing Platforms to Mobilize Over $500 Billion of Third-Party Capital

NVIDIA has partnered with major financial institutions including Apollo, BlackRock, Blackstone, Brookfield, Goldman Sachs, and KKR to create AI compute infrastructure financing platforms. These platforms aim to mobilize over $500 billion of third-party capital to support the buildout of AI infrastructure globally. The initiative …

Blackstone-backed Safe Harbor strikes $1.5B deal for MarineMax

Dallas-based Safe Harbor Marinas, backed by Blackstone, has agreed to acquire Orlando-based MarineMax in a $1.5 billion all-cash deal. This significant acquisition comes just over a year after Blackstone's own acquisition of Safe Harbor. The deal marks a major expansion for the Dallas marina …

Tampa Bay will lose publicly traded HQ with MarineMax sale

MarineMax, a retail boat giant based in Oldsmar, Florida, has been sold in an all-cash deal to a subsidiary of Blackstone Inc. This acquisition means that the Tampa Bay area will lose one of its publicly traded headquarters. The sale follows previous reports of …

Blackstone Nears $2 Billion Stake in Air Canada’s Points Program

Blackstone Inc. is reportedly close to acquiring a minority stake in Aeroplan, Air Canada’s loyalty program, for approximately $2 billion. The deal, which could be announced this week, is expected to include investments from Canadian funds alongside Blackstone.

PPL-Blackstone joint venture secures 5 GW of gas turbines for data centers in Pennsylvania

PPL Corp.'s joint venture with Blackstone Infrastructure, Invitium Energy, has secured reservation agreements for over 5 GW of combined-cycle gas turbines and identified sites for up to 14 GW of new generation to power data centers in Pennsylvania. This represents a potential investment of …

MarineMax agrees to $1.5 billion sale to Blackstone-owned marina company

MarineMax, a Tampa Bay boating company, has agreed to be acquired by Safe Harbor Marinas, a Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company, for $1.5 billion in an all-cash deal. The acquisition price of $53 per share is nearly double MarineMax's closing share price before a previous …

Blackstone Portfolio Company to Buy MarineMax for Roughly $1.50 Billion

A Blackstone-owned company is set to acquire MarineMax, a lifestyle retailer of recreational boats and yachts, for approximately $1.50 billion. The deal follows earlier reports of Blackstone being among the final bidders for MarineMax. MarineMax operates over 120 locations globally, including dealerships, marinas, and …

MarineMax Enters into Definitive Agreement to be Acquired by Blackstone Infrastructure Portfolio Company, Safe Harbor, in a $1.5 Billion All-Cash Transaction

MarineMax, a marina operator, superyacht services company, and boat retailer, has agreed to be acquired by Safe Harbor Marinas, a Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.5 billion. MarineMax shareholders will receive $53.00 per share, representing a significant premium …

EXCLUSIVE: Blackstone-owned Safe Harbor nears $1.5 billion deal to buy MarineMax, sources say

Blackstone Infrastructure's Safe Harbor Marinas is reportedly close to acquiring MarineMax, a recreational yacht retailer, for approximately $1.5 billion. The deal involves Safe Harbor paying around $53 per share in cash, a significant premium to MarineMax's recent closing price, and would be Safe Harbor's …

Jefferies Adjusts Price Target on Blackstone to $166 From $145, Maintains Buy Rating

Jefferies has increased its price target for Blackstone (BX) to $166 from $145, while reiterating a Buy rating on the stock. The article, published on August 10, 2026, at 05:50 am EDT, indicates a positive outlook from the analyst firm for the investment management …

Blackstone (BX) Stock Could Be 18% Overvalued On Fresh AI Data Center News

Blackstone (BX) stock is estimated to be overvalued by approximately 18% based on its intrinsic value and tailored earnings multiples, despite a strong 53.9% gain over the past three years. Recent investments in AI data centers and energy transition deals are driving market optimism, …

Allied Private Wealth LLC Takes Position in Blackstone Inc. $BX

Allied Private Wealth LLC has acquired a new position in Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX), purchasing 15,158 shares valued at approximately $1.798 million, making it 1.1% of their investment portfolio. This comes as other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in Blackstone, which recently reported …

Blackstone acquisition of PNM faces opposition, gains labor union support

Blackstone's acquisition of PNM faces significant opposition from New Mexico residents and climate activists following a 2025 stock sale violation, with a Public Regulation Commission hearing called a "mockery." Despite this, the acquisition has gained support from the Laborers’ International Union of North America …

How Investors Are Reacting To BXP (BXP) Lower EPS Guidance and Financing the 343 Madison Tower

BXP, Inc. recently reported second-quarter 2026 results showing higher sales and revenue but lower quarterly net income, trimmed its full-year EPS guidance due to an impairment charge, and closed a US$1.20 billion construction loan to help fund the US$2 billion 343 Madison Avenue workplace …

NVIDIA (NVDA.US) Invests $3 Billion in Lancium, a Blackstone Portfolio Company: From Chip Dominance to Power Infrastructure Contractor, Expanding Its AI Energy Footprint

NVIDIA has announced a significant $3 billion investment in Lancium, a portfolio company of Blackstone. This strategic move signals NVIDIA's expansion beyond its core chip manufacturing business into the energy infrastructure sector, aiming to bolster its footprint in AI energy solutions. The investment highlights …

Precision Trading with Boston Properties Inc. (BXP) Risk Zones

This article from Stock Traders Daily provides a detailed AI-driven analysis for Boston Properties Inc. (BXP), highlighting near-term weak sentiment and identifying potential trading strategies. It outlines specific entry, target, and stop-loss zones for position trading, momentum breakout, and risk hedging, based on multi-timeframe …

MBX Biosciences, Inc. $MBX Stock Holdings Raised by The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company

BXP, Inc. (NYSE: BXP) lifts H1 2026 earnings and funds major projects

Blackstone (BX) Leads Kuwait Deal And AI Backing, Is The Upside Already Priced In?

Make better investment decisions with Simply Wall St's easy, visual tools that give you a competitive edge. Blackstone (BX) is back in focus after leading a consortium in a $16,000 million lease and leaseback agreement with Kuwait Oil Company, alongside fresh backing of AI …

Liftoff Mobile (LFTO): Blackstone entities report 49.5% beneficial ownership stake

Entities affiliated with Blackstone, including BCP Redbird Aggregator L.P., have reported a 49.5% beneficial ownership stake in Liftoff Mobile, Inc. (LFTO) through a Schedule 13G filing. This ownership amounts to 83,831,109 shares of common stock, based on 169,330,527 shares outstanding as of June 4, …

Czech National Bank Buys 7,550 Shares of Blackstone Inc. $BX

The Czech National Bank increased its stake in Blackstone Inc. by 3.7% in the second quarter, acquiring an additional 7,550 shares, bringing its total holdings to 211,452 shares valued at approximately $24.9 million. This increase follows Blackstone's strong quarterly results, which saw adjusted earnings …

MBX Biosciences (NASDAQ:MBX) Lowered to "Sell" Rating by Wall Street Zen

Wall Street Zen has downgraded MBX Biosciences (NASDAQ:MBX) from a "Hold" to a "Sell" rating, despite a broader "Moderate Buy" consensus among other analysts with an average price target of $73.38. MBX shares opened at $67.82, showing a 1.1% increase, but the company remains …

Janus Henderson Group PLC Has $3.63 Million Stock Holdings in BXP, Inc. $BXP

Blackstone (BX) Is Up 7.3% After Kuwait Pipeline JV And AI Data Center Push - Has The Bull Case Changed?

In late July 2026, Kuwait Oil Company announced a US$16.00 billion lease-and-lease-back joint venture over its entire domestic and export pipeline network with a consortium led by Blackstone, Brookfield and KKR, while Blackstone's private credit arm was also reported to be in talks to …

Boston Properties (BXP) Stock Gains Face Leasing Progress And Capex Strain

Boston Properties (BXP) saw its stock rise after reporting Q2 funds from operations (FFO) ahead of guidance, leading to an increased full-year FFO outlook. While the company achieved significant leasing milestones, the bear case highlights concerns about rising interest costs, increased leasing capital expenditure, …

Blackstone Secured Lending Fund (NYSE:BXSL) Releases Earnings Results, Beats Estimates By $0.09 EPS

Blackstone Secured Lending Fund (NYSE:BXSL) reported Q2 earnings of $0.75 per share, surpassing analyst estimates of $0.66, but revenue of $233.3 million fell short of the $326.7 million forecast. The company maintained its $0.77 quarterly dividend, but management is evaluating a potential long-term reduction …

Blackstone Secured Lending Fund Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Blackstone Secured Lending Fund (BXSL) reported Q2 net investment income of $0.75 per share, below its $0.77 dividend, leading to a planned dividend adjustment. Net asset value declined by 2.8% due to unrealized and realized losses, but the company saw accelerated repayments and maintained …

Blackstone Inc. Q2 2026: Revenue $5.04B, EPS $1.54— 10-Q Summary

Blackstone Inc. reported significant financial growth in Q2 2026, with consolidated revenue reaching $5.04 billion, a 36% year-over-year increase. Net income attributable to Blackstone Inc. rose by 61% to $1.229 billion, and diluted EPS increased by 57% to $1.54, driven by higher investment income …

MBX Biosciences, Inc. Stock 12‑Month Price Target Raised to $84.8, Implies 26% Upside

Analysts have raised their average 12-month price target for MBX Biosciences, Inc. stock from $80.4 to $84.8, suggesting a 26% potential upside from its August 5th closing price. The consensus rating from 11 analysts remains a "Buy," with no "Hold" or "Sell" recommendations.

Nvidia, Blackstone Double Down on AI Infrastructure

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Firmus has secured commitments for a $2 billion equity raisebacked by Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), Blackstone (NYSE:BX), Coatue and Jane Street, nearly doubling the Australian AI-infrastructure company's valuation to more than $10.5 billion in four months. The financing highlights continued …

Blackstone Inc. stock rises Friday, outperforms market

Blackstone Inc. (BX) shares rose 2.76% to $137.13 on Friday, outperforming the broader market, which also saw gains with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average rising. This increase ended a two-day losing streak for the stock. The positive movement occurred during an …

Blackstone's AGS Health files updated draft papers for $500 million India IPO

Blackstone-owned AGS Health has filed updated draft papers for a $504 million (48-billion-rupee) initial public offering in India, nearly two months after receiving regulatory approval. The IPO comprises a fresh issue of shares worth up to 18 billion rupees and Blackstone selling shares worth …

Blackstone, KKR and CME targeted in vishing wave tied to BlackFile crew

The BlackFile extortion group, now operating under new brands like Redact, Pink, Helix, and Falcon, has been targeting private equity firms, law firms, and financial services companies including Blackstone, KKR, and CME. The attacks leverage sophisticated vishing techniques where employees receive spoofed calls from …

Blackstone sells North Natomas industrial properties in Sacramento's largest portfolio deal in almost a decade

Blackstone Inc. has sold a portfolio of 28 industrial buildings, totaling 1.9 million square feet, in North Natomas, Sacramento, to Blue Rise Ventures of Alameda. This transaction represents Sacramento's largest industrial portfolio deal in nearly a decade. The properties are located just off Interstate …

MBX Biosciences (Nasdaq: MBX) Q2 loss deepens as cash runway extends to 2029

MBX Biosciences reported a deepened net loss of $37.1 million for Q2 2026, compared to $19.4 million in Q2 2025, driven by increased R&D and G&A expenses. Despite the loss, the company's cash and marketable securities of $418.6 million are expected to fund operations …