Mergers and Acquisitions

Aramco massive IPO now appears highly unlikely: report

The much-touted initial public offering (IPO) of Saudi Arabia's giant state-owned oil company Aramco has stalled and, according to government officials and people familiar with the matter, will probably never take place, The Wall Street Journal said Thursday.

Boeing and Embraer attempt a joint venture

Boeing and the Brazilian jet maker Embraer will attempt to form a joint venture that would push the U.S. aerospace giant more aggressively into the regional aircraft market.

Comcast seeks more cash in pursuit of 21st Century Fox assets

Comcast Corp. is exploring tie-ups with private-equity investors or strategic partners that could provide additional capital as the cable giant pursues a costly acquisition of 21st Century Fox's entertainment assets, according to people familiar with the situation.