Accenture (NYSE:ACN) to acquire Partners in Performance, enhancing strategic advisory and execution capabilities in asset-intensive industries through data and AI, with approximately 400 employees joining Accenture Strategy.

Johnson Controls' subsidiary agreed to a $750 million settlement with U.S. public water organizations over "forever chemicals" found in its products, without admitting liability.

Elliott Investment Management has acquired over $1 bn stake in Johnson Controls (JCI), whose recent performance has lagged behind peers Carrier and Lennox.

Nippon Steel will send an executive to the U.S. next week to finalize its ~$15B acquisition of US Steel, amid competing bids from Cleveland-Cliffs and ArcelorMittal.