TargetAcquirerValue ($millions)Synopsis
Hospira IncPfizer Inc15,820.2Pfizer Inc definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Hospira Inc, a Lake Forest-based manufacturer and wholesaler of pharmaceuticals, for $90 cash per share, or a total value of $15.820 billion.
Verizon Commun Inc-WirelineFrontier Communications Corp10,500.0Frontier Communications Corp (Frontier) definitively agreed to acquire the wireline operation located in California, Florida and Texas of Verizon Communications Inc (Verizon), a New York-based provider of telecommunications, wireless communications, cable and Internet services, for an estimated $10.5 billion. The consideration was to consist of an estimated $9.9 billion in cash and the assumption of $600 million in liabilities. Originally, in September 2014, Verizon announced that it was seeking a buyer for its network assets. Frontier was named as a potential bidder.
Office Depot IncStaples Inc6,306.1Staples Inc (Staples) definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Office Depot Inc (Office Depot), a Boca Raton-based retailer and wholesaler of office supplies, for $6.306 billion. Staples offered $7.25 in cash and 0.2188 common share per Office Depot share. Based on Staples's closing stock price of $19.01 on 3 February 2015, the last full trading day prior to the announcement, each Office Depot share was valued at $11.409. Originally, Staples was rumored to be planning to merge with Office Depot.
Verizon Commun Inc-WirelessAmerican Tower Corp5,056.0American Tower Corp definitively agreed to acquire a 28-year concession to lease and operate the 11,324 wireless communication towers of Verizon Communications Inc, a New York-based provider of telecommunications, wireless communications, cable and Internet services, for an estimated $5.056 billion in cash. The transaction was to include the acquisition of 165 additional towers.
Exelis IncHarris Corp4,560.7Harris Corp (Harris) definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Exelis Inc (Exelis) , a McLean-based manufacturer of command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance related products, for $4.561 billion. Harris offered $16.625 in cash and 0.1025 common shares per Exelis share. Based on Harris' closing stock price of $69.49 on 05 February 2015, the last full trading day prior to the announcement, each Exelis share was valued at $23.75.
Big Heart Pet Brands CorpThe JM Smucker Co3,170.0The JM Smucker Co (JM Smucker) definitively agreed to acquire Big Heart Pet Brands Corp, a San Francisco-based manufacturer and wholesaler of pet food products, from Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co LP, a unit of KKR & Co LP, Vestar Capital Partners Inc and Centerview Partners Holdings LLC for $3.17 billion. The consideration was to consist of $1.3 billion in cash and 17. 9 million JM Smucker common shares. The shares were valued based on JM Smucker's closing stock price of $104.47 on 02 February 2015, the last full trading day prior to the announcement.
Advent Software IncSS&C Technologies Holdings Inc2,433.6SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc (SS&C) definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Advent Software Inc (Advent), a San Francisco-based developer of software, for $44.25 in cash per share, or a total value of $2.434 billion. Originally, SS&C was rumored to be planning to acquire the entire share capital of Advent.
FMC Corp-Alkali Chem DivTronox Ltd1,640.0Tronox Ltd (Tronox) definitively agreed to acquire the Alkali chemicals unit of FMC Corp (FMC), a Philadelphia-based manufacturer of automated processing and handling chemicals and equipment, for $1.64 billion in cash. Originally, in September 2014, FMC announced that it was seeking a buyer for its Alkali chemicals unit.
Bayonne Energy LLC-BayonneMacquarie Infrastructure Co720.0Macquarie Infrastructure Co LLC, a majority-owned unit of Macquarie Group Ltd, definitively agreed to acquire the Bayonne Energy Center of Bayonne Energy Center LLC, a Bayonne-based gas-fired electric power generation facility operator, ultimately-owned by ArcLight Capital Partners LLC (ArcLight), for an estimated $720 million. The consideration was to consist of $210 million in cash and the assumption of $510 million in liabilities. Originally, in September 2014, Arclight was seeking a buyer for its Bayonne Energy Center.
Coronado Midstream LLCInvestor Group600.0An investor group comprised of EnLink Midstream Partners LP and EnLink Midstream LLC (Group) definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Coronado Midstream LLC, a Midland-based natural gas exploration and production company, for an estimated $600 million. The consideration was to consist of $240 million in cash and 360 million in Group partnership common units.
MyFitnessPal IncUnder Armour Inc475.0Under Armour Inc agreed to acquire the entire share capital of MyFitnessPal Inc, a San Francisco-based provider of online nutrition and calorie counter database services, for $475 million in cash.
Advanced Scientifics IncThermo Fisher Scientific Inc300.0Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc acquired Advanced Scientifics Inc, a Millersburg-based manufacturer of single-use healthcare systems, for $300 million in cash.
Entropic Communications IncMaxLinear Inc273.9MaxLinear Inc (MaxLinear) definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Entropic Communications Inc (Entropic), a San Diego-based manufacturer of semiconductors, in a stock swap transaction valued at $273.943 million. MaxLinear offered 0.22 common shares and $1.2 in cash per Entropic Class A and Class B share held. Based on MaxLinear's closing stock price of $8.24 on 2 February 2015, the last full trading day prior to the announcement, each Entropic share was valued at $3.013.
Courier CorpRR Donnelley & Sons Co265.1RR Donnelley & Sons Co (RR Donnelley) definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Courier Corp (Courier), a North Chelmsford-based publishing company, for $265.063 mil, subject to proration. RR Donnelley offered a choice of $23 million in cash or 1.3756 common share for every Courier share held. Based on RR Donnelley's closing stock price of $16.72 on 4 February 2015, the last full trading day prior to the announcement, each Courier share was valued at $23.
123 William St Office Ppty,New YorkAmerican Realty Capital New York City REIT Inc253.0American Realty Capital New York City REIT Inc agreed to acquire the 123 William Street office property located in New York, New York for $253 million.
E2open IncInsight Venture Partners LLC252.1Insight Venture Partners LLC, through an affiliate, definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of E2open Inc (E2open), a Forester City-based developer of cloud-based solutions, via a tender offer for $8.60 in cash per share, or a total value of $252.133 million in a leveraged buyout transaction. The offer was conditional upon at least a majority of E2open's shares being tendered. On completion, E2open was to be delisted from NASDAQ. Originally, in January 2015, E2open was rumored to be seeking a buyer for the company.
C&C Technologies IncOceaneering International Inc230.0Oceaneering International Inc definitively agreed to acquire C&C Technologies Inc, a Lafayette-based provider of surveying and mapping services, for an estimated $230 million in cash.
Bluemercury IncMacy's Inc210.0Macy's Inc agreed to acquire Bluemercury Inc, a Washington-based wholesaler of beauty and spa products, for $210 million in cash.
CLP Towne IncForward Air Inc125.0Forward Air Inc, a unit of Forward Air Corp, definitively agreed to acquire CLP Towne Inc, a South Bend-based provider of air cargo ground transportation and logistics management services, from Centre Lane Partners LLC for $125 million.
MediMedia Pharma SolutionsICON PLC120.0ICON PLC of Ireland agreed to acquire MediMedia Pharma Solutions, a Yardley-based provider of strategic consulting and medical communication services, from MediMedia (USA) Inc, a unit of Vestar Capital Partners Inc, for $120 million in cash.
Amer Greetings Corp-StrawberryIconix Brand Group Inc105.0Iconix Brand Group Inc definitively agreed to acquire the Strawberry Shortcake brand of American Greetings Corp, a Cleveland-based publisher of greeting cards, for $105 million in cash.
Barry T Chouinard IncGildan Activewear Inc100.0Gildan Activewear Inc of Canada agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Barry T Chouinard Inc, a Northfield-based wholesaler of men's and women's clothing, for an estimated $100 million.
Gatherco IncChesapeake Utilities Corp58.2Chesapeake Utilities Corp (Chesapeake) agreed to merge with Gatherco Inc, an Orrville-based owner and operator of natural gas storage facilities, for $58.215 million. The consideration was to consist of the issuance of 593,005 common shares valued at $28.915 mil, $27.6 million in cash and $1.7 million in assumed liabilities. The shares were valued based on Chesapeake's closing stock price of $48.76 on 30 January 2015, the last full trading prior the announcement.
Dolce International IncWyndham Hotel Group LLC57.0Wyndham Hotel Group LLC, unit of Wyndham Worldwide Corp, acquired Dolce International Inc, a Montvale-based owner and operator of hotels and resorts, for $57 million in cash.
Heritage on Millenia,OrlandoMilestone Apartments REIT40.0Milestone Apartments Real Estate Investment Trust agreed to acquire Heritage of Millenia, an Orlando-based apartment community, for $40 million.
LCA-Vision IncVision Acquisition LLC40.0Vision Acquisition LLC acquired LCA-Vision Inc, a Cincinnati-based owner and operator of laser refractive surgery centers, from PhotoMedex Inc for a $40 million in cash.
Henkel Corp-Specialty Chem(2)Chase Corp33.3Chase Corp acquired two specialty chemical product lines of Henkel Corp, a Rocky Hill-based manufacturer of surface active agents, for $33.3 million.
Yashi IncNexstar Broadcasting Group Inc33.0Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc acquired the entire share capital of Yashi Inc, a Toms River-based developer of video advertising software, for $33 million.
LSK BioPartners IncHLB Inc32.9HLB Inc of South Korea planned to raise its interest to 62.746% from 29.668% by acquiring a further 33.078% stake in LSK BioPartners Inc, a Salt Lake City-based manufacturer of health products, for $32.927 million in cash.
Multifamily Ppty(4),PiedmontVarden Capital Properties LLC30.5Varden Capital Properties LLC acquired four multifamily properties located in Piedmont Triad, North Carolina for $30.5 million. The transaction included the Ashland Apartments, The Lakes on Meadowood, Ambercrest Apartments and The Hunt Club Apartments.
Celleration IncAlliqua BioMedical Inc30.4Alliqua BioMedical Inc definitively agreed to merge with Celleration Inc, an Eden Prairie-based manufacturer of medical devices, for an estimated $30.415 million.
Swyft MediaMonotype Imaging Holdings Inc27.0Monotype Imaging Holdings Inc acquired the entire share capital of Swyft Media, a New York-based developer of branded mobile content, for an estimated $27 million. The consideration consisted of $12 million in cash and up to $15 million in profit-related payments.
Linkex IncSaia Inc25.0Saia Inc acquired Linkex Inc, a Dallas-based provider of freight transportation arrangement services, for $25 million.
Advanced Photonix IncLuna Innovations Inc20.0Luna Innovations Inc (Luna) agreed to merge with Advanced Photonix Inc (API), a Ann Arbor-based manufacturer of optoelectronic devices, in a stock swap transaction valued at $19.965 million. Luna offered 0.31782 common share per API share. The value was based on Luna's closing stock price of $1.681 on 30 January 2015, the last full trading day prior to the announcement. Upon completion, Luna and API shareholders were to own 56% and 44% of the merged entity, respectively.
Bethany Rehabilitation CenterCareTrust REIT Inc18.0CareTrust REIT Inc acquired Bethany Rehabilitation Center, a Lakewood-based skilled nursing facility, for $17.95 million.
Sleep America LLCMattress Firm Holding Corp12.5Mattress Firm Holding Corp, a majority-owned unit of JW Childs Associates LP, acquired Sleep America LLC, a Phoenix-based mattress retailer, from Sleep Country Canada Income Fund for a total $12.5 million.
Westerville PlazaSPMC Urban Properties LLC10.8SPMC Urban Properties LLC acquired Westerville Plaza, a Westerville-based retail center, from Kohls Corp for $10.75 million.
GCOM Entrps LLC-Bldg(2)National Retail Properties LP3.8National Retail Properties LP, a unit of National Retail Properties Inc, acquired two buildings of GCOM Enterprises LLC, a Tucson-based owner and operator of industrial buildings, for $3.8 million.
Laser Scan Inc1Spatial Holdings Ltd2.61Spatial Holdings Ltd of the UK (1Spatial), a unit of 1Spatial Plc, was granted an option to acquire the remaining 53% interest which it did not already own in Laser Scan Inc (Laser), a Sterling-based developer of object-oriented geospatial software solutions, for $2.55 million in cash. Concurrently, 1Spatial agreed to acquire a 47% stake in Laser for $2.25 million.
Decision UR LLCPatriot National Inc2.2Patriot National Inc acquired a 98.2% interest in Decision UR LLC, a Newport Beach-based software publisher, for $2.2 million in cash.
Big O Refuse IncArea/Code Inc Waste Management Inc planned to acquire the entire share capital of Big O Refuse Inc, a Newark-based provider of waste removal, recycling and solid waste collection services.
AEQUUS Trade Credit LLCArthur J Gallagher & Co Arthur J Gallagher & Co acquired AEQUUS Trade Credit LLC, a Warren-based provider of credit risk mitigation products brokerage services. Terms were not disclosed.
MK Capital Advisors LLCB. Riley Financial Inc B. Riley Financial Inc acquired MK Capital Advisors LLC, a New York-based provider of investment advisory services.
Schoolwires IncBlackboard Inc Blackboard Inc, a unit of Providence Equity Partners LLC, definitively agreed to acquire Schoolwires Inc, a State College-based developer of mobile and web-based educational solutions.
Trico Equipment Services LLCBlueLine Rental LLC BlueLine Rental LLC acquired Trico Equipment Services LLC, a Vineland-based wholesaler of heavy construction equipment. Terms were not disclosed.
Denver Retirement-Wealth MgmtBOK Financial Corp BOK Financial Corp acquired the wealth management team of Denver Retirement Partners LLC, a Denver-based provider of financial services.
sweetFrog Enterprises IncBoxwood Capital Partners LLC Boxwood Capital Partners LLC acquired sweetFrog Enterprises Inc, a Richmond-based frozen yogurt restaurant, in a leveraged buyout transaction. Terms were not disclosed.
Riverbed Tech Inc-SteelAppBrocade Commun Sys Inc Brocade Communications Systems Inc agreed to acquire steelapp product line of Riverbed Technology Inc, a San Francisco-based manufacturer of computer peripheral equipment, in an all-cash asset transaction. Terms were not disclosed.
Pendum IncBurroughs Inc Burroughs Inc, a unit of Marlin Equity Partners LLC, acquired Pendum Inc, an Elmhurst-based provider of cash automation, armored transport, automated teller machine (ATM) and branch equipment solutions services, from Bayside Capital Inc.
Warnick CoCapital Hotel Management LLC Capital Hotel Management LLC merged with Warnick Co, a Chicago-based provider of strategic advisory and asset management services. On completion, the merged entity was renamed as CHMWarnick.
Business Microvar IncColumbus A/S Columbus A/S of Denmark acquired Business Microvar Inc, a Roseville-based provider of information technology services. Terms were not disclosed.
Daybreak Game Co LLCColumbus Nova Columbus Nova acquired Sony Online Entertainment LLC, a San Diego-based developer of multiplayer online games, from Sony Pictures Digital Inc. On completion, Sony Online Entertainment LLC was renamed Daybreak Game Co LLC.
American Appraisal AssociatesDuff & Phelps Corp Duff & Phelps Corp definitively greed to acquire American Appraisal Associates Inc, a Milwaukee-based provider of valuation and advisory services. Terms were not disclosed.
XpressSolutions IncEcho Global Logistics Inc Echo Global Logistics Inc acquired XpressSolutions Inc, a Frankfort-based provider of freight transportation arrangement services.
eMoney Advisor LLCFMR Corp FMR Corp agreed to acquire an undisclosed majority interest in eMoney Advisor LLC, a Conshohocken-based wealth planning software publisher, from Commerce Bancorp Inc, ultimately-owned by Toronto-Dominion Bank.
J-Mac Tool IncForum Energy Technologies Inc Forum Energy Technologies Inc, a joint venture of Forum Oilfield Technologies Inc, Triton Group, a unit of Chase Manhattan Corp, ultimately-owned by JPMorgan Chase & Co, Subsea Services International Inc, Global Flow Technologies and Allied Technology Group Inc, a unit of ManTech International Corp, acquired J-Mac Tool Inc, a Fort Worth-based manufacturer of hydraulic fracturing pumps, power ends, fluid ends and other pump accessories.
DHS Technologies LLCHDT Global LLC HDT Global LLC, a unit of Charlesbank Capital Partners LLC, ultimately-owned by Citigroup Inc and Morgan Stanley, acquired DHS Technologies LLC, an Orangeburg-based manufacturer of rapidly deployable expeditionary equipment, from Kanders & Co Inc. Terms were not disclosed.
Kentucky Easter-HospitalHealthSouth Corp HealthSouth Corp agreed to acquire the Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital of Kentucky Easter Seal Society Inc, a Lexington-based hospital.
Harter Industries IncHEICO Corp HEICO Corp acquired an 80.1% interest in Harter Industries Inc, a Tempe-based provider of commercial aircraft accessories repair services. Terms were not disclosed.
Jones Blair CoHempel A/S Hempel A/S of Denmark agreed to acquire Jones Blair Co, a Dallas-based manufacturer of coatings.
Popular Ink LLCHighlander Partners LP Highlander Partners LP acquired Popular Ink LLC, a McKinney-based manufacturer of printed flexible packaging and related goods, in a leveraged buyout transaction.
DFASS Retail Travel Services IncHotel Shilla Co Ltd Hotel Shilla Co Ltd of South Korea planned to acquire DFASS Retail Travel Services Inc, a Miami-based operator of duty free shops.
Alexander Insurance Agency IncHub International Ltd Hub International Ltd, a unit of Hellman & Friedman LLC, acquired Alexander Insurance Agency Inc, a San Antonio-based provider of brokerage of commercial lines insurance for the commercial towing and transportation industries. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Settled Solid Management IncHydro International PLC Hydro International PLC of the UK acquired Settled Solid Management Inc, a Sanford-based provider of sand and grit waste removal services.
Guggenheim Global Trading LLCInvestor Group A management-led investor group comprised of Loren Katzovitz, Patrick Hughes and Mark Standish acquired Guggenheim Global Trading LLC (Guggenheim Global), a Purchase-based portfolio manager, from Guggenheim Partners LLC in a leveraged buyout transaction. Terms were not disclosed. On completion, the Guggenheim Global was renamed Deimos Asset Management. Originally, in February 2015, a management-led investor group was rumored to be planning to acquire Guggenheim Global.
Boston Private Bank & Trust CoInvestor Group An investor group comprised of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce and Royal Bank of Canada was rumored to be planning to acquire Boston-based Boston Private Bank & Trust Co, a unit of Boston Private Financial Holding Inc. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but according to people familiar with the transaction, the deal was valued at an estimated $2 billion.
Sputnik Enterprises IncLudvik Holdings Inc Ludvik Holdings Inc definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Sputnik Enterprises Inc, a Sausalito-based wireless telecommunications carrier. Upon completion, Sputnik Enterprises Inc was to cease to exist.
Port25 Solutions IncMessage Systems Inc Systems Inc acquired Port25 Solutions Inc, an Ellicot City-based developer of email delivery software.
Sunrise Atelier IncMicrosoft Corp Microsoft Corp was rumored to be planning to acquire Sunrise Atelier Inc, a New York-based developer of calendar software. Terms were not disclosed, but according to sources familiar with the transaction, the deal was valued at $100 million.
Miller Bearings IncMotion Industries Inc Motion Industries Inc, a unit of Genuine Parts Co, acquired Miller Bearings Inc, an Orlando-based wholesaler of industrial supplies. Terms were not disclosed.
Energy Transportation GroupNC Energy Services US Inc NC Energy Services US Inc, a unit of NCSG Crane & Heavy Haul Corp, acquired the entire share capital of Energy Transportation Group Inc, a Casper-based provider of fully operated and maintained crane services, specialized rigging and heavy haul transportation.
CDM Retirement ConsultantsNorthwest Plan Services Inc Northwest Plan Service Inc acquired CDM Retirement Consultants Inc, a Towson-based provider of open architecture retirement plan solutions.
TeamSAI IncOliver Wyman Group Oliver Wyman Group, a unit of Marsh & McLennan Cos Inc, acquired TeamSAI Inc, an Atlanta-based provider of technical support services, strategic consulting and MRO forecasting services.
Video Insight IncPanasonic Corp of N America Panasonic Corp of North America, a unit of Panasonic Corp, agreed to acquire the entire share capital of Video Insight Inc, a Houston-based developer of video management software.
Freightliner of ChattanoogaPenske Automotive Group Inc Penske Automotive Group Inc acquired Freightliner of Chattanooga Inc, a Ringgold-based truck dealership. The transaction included the Freightliner of Knoxville Inc.
Sysco Corp-US Foods Distn(11)Performance Food Group Co Performance Food Group Co definitively agreed to acquire 11 US foods distribution centers of Sysco Corp, a Houston-based wholesaler of food products. The transaction was to include distribution centers located in Corona, California; Denver, Colorado; Kansas City, Kansas; Phoenix, Arizona; Salt Lake City, Utah; San Diego, California; San Francisco, California; Seattle, Washington; Cleveland, Ohio; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Minneapolis, Minnesota.
TechAmerica FoundationProfessional Services Council Professional Services Council acquired TechAmerica Foundation, an Arlington-based non-profit association for the US technology industry, from TechAmerica, a unit of CompTIA Inc.
KMel RoboticsQualcomm Technologies Inc Qualcomm Technologies Inc, a unit of Qualcomm Inc, acquired KMel Robotics, a Philadelphia-based provider of computer systems design services.
Career Step LLCRevelstoke Capital Partners Revelstoke Capital Partners LLC acquired Career Step LLC, a Provo-based provider of online education services, in a leveraged buyout transaction.
Domino's Stores(45),IndianaRPM Pizza Inc RPM Pizza Inc acquired 45 Domino's stores.
GFI StainlessRyan Herco Flow Solutions Ryan Herco Flow Solutions Inc, a unit of Greenbriar Equity Fund II LP, ultimately-owned by Greenbriar Equity Group LLC, acquired GFI Stainless, a Modesto-based distributor of fluid handling equipment.
Presensoft IncSmarsh Inc Smarsh Inc, a unit of Toba Capital, acquired Presensoft Inc, a Houston-based provider of cloud based email, IM, and social media enterprise compliance solutions software.
International Business Machines Corp-AlgorithmicsSmartStream Technologies Ltd SmartStream Technologies Ltd of the UK, a unit of DIFC Investments LLC, ultimately-owned by TA Associates Management LP, Golden Gate Capital, the Emirati state-owned Dubai International Financial Centre {DIFC}, Extensity, Helix Investments Ltd and TA Associates Management LP, acquired an algorithmics collateral solution from International Business Machines Corp, an Armonk-based manufacturer of electronic computers.
Service Dynamics IncSolera Holdings Inc Solera Holdings Inc acquired the entire share capital of Service Dynamics Inc, a Williamsville-based developer of scheduling and communication solutions for automotive dealerships.
USA Risk Group IncSpencer Capital Holdings Ltd Spencer Capital Holdings Ltd of Bermuda agreed to acquire USA Risk Group Inc, a Barre-based provider of independent captive insurance management services.
JWalk NY LLCSponsorsOne Inc SponsorsOne Inc of Canada definitively agreed to acquire the entire share capital of JWalk NY LLC, a New York-based creative agency.
Sparling IncStantec Inc Stantec Inc of Canada planned to merge with Sparling Inc, a Lynnwood-based provider of electrical engineering and consulting services.
Delaware Outpatient CenterSurgery Partners Holdings LLC Surgery Partners Holdings LLC, a wholly-owned unit of HIG Capital LLC, acquired Delaware Outpatient Center For Surgery LLC, a Newark-based owner and operator of surgical facilities.
Prest-O-Sales & Service IncTech Air Of Connecticut Inc Tech Air Of Connecticut Inc, unit of CI Capital Investors II LP, definitively agreed to acquire Prest-O-Sales & Service Inc, a Long Island City-based wholesaler of compressed gases and metalworking equipment and supplies.
Sears Methodist-VillageThe Ensign Group Inc The Ensign Group Inc acquired the Mesa Springs retirement village of bankrupt Sears Methodist Retirement System Inc, an Abilene-based provider of senior independent living, assisted living and health services, via an auction. Originally, in October 2014, Sears announced that it was seeking a buyer for its Mesa Springs assets. Rio Mesa Health Holdings LLC was named as a bidder.
Skyline Retirement CommunityThe Ensign Group Inc The Ensign Group Inc acquired Skyline Retirement Community Inc (Skyline), an Omaha-based owner and operator of retirement communities. Originally, in December 2014, bankrupt Skyline announced that it was seeking a buyer for the company via auction. Menomonee Health Holdings LLC was named as a potential bidder.
DJ Brinton Lake LLCThe Grilled Cheese Truck Inc The Grilled Cheese Truck Inc signed Letter of Intent {LoI} to acquire DJ Brinton Lake LLC, a Glen Mills-based owner and operator of gourmet food trucks.
Newport Mesa Apartments,MesaThomas Bradford Communities Thomas Bradford Communities acquired Newport Mesa Apartments, a Mesa-based apartment community.
ZeTrip IncTripAdvisor LLC TripAdvisor LLC acquired ZeTrip Inc, a San Mateo-based developer of travel journal application software.
Rapid Wood Mfg LLC-Cert AstsUniversal Forest Products Inc Universal Forest Products Inc acquired certain assets of Rapid Wood Mfg LLC, a Caldwell-based supplier of lumber products.
Valor Security Services IncUniversal Protection Service Universal Protection Service Inc (UPS), a unit of Universal Services of America, acquired Valor Security Services Inc, a Marietta-based provider of security services, from SMS Holdings Inc. Concurrently, UPS acquired Brantley Security Services Inc.
Brantley Security Services IncUniversal Protection Service Universal Protection Service Inc (UPS), a unit of Universal Services of America, acquired Brantley Security Services Inc, a Baltimore-based provider of security services, from SMS Holdings Inc. Concurrently, UPS acquired Valor Security Services Inc.
Card Cells LLCValid USA Inc Valid USA Inc, a unit of Valid Solucoes e Servicos de Seguranca em Meios de Pagamento e Ide, acquired Card Cells LLC, a Saint Paul-based provider of personalization and secure packaging solutions.
Screen Rant LLCValnet Inc Valnet Inc of Canada acquired Screen Rant LLC, an Ogden-based provider of movie news site services.
UHCVHA Inc VHA Inc agreed to merge with UHC, a Chicago-based provider of clinical data processing and hosting services. Terms were not disclosed.
National Biochemicals CorpVWR Corp VWR Corp, a unit of VWR International LLC, acquired National Biochemicals Corp, a Twinsburg-based manufacturer and wholesaler of industrial chemicals. Terms were not disclosed.
Titan Semiconductor Tool LLCXcerra Corp Xcerra Corp acquired Titan Semiconductor Tool LLC, a Ladera Ranch-based manufacturer and wholesaler of semiconductor test equipment. Terms were not disclosed.
US M&A Deals Announced February 1 - February 6, 2015   
Source: Thomson Reuters