Juniper Networks shareholders overwhelmingly approved acquisition by Hewlett Packard Enterprise in a $14 billion deal, aiming to disrupt the networking industry with a vision of AI-driven solutions, with CEO Rami Rahim set to lead the combined networking business.

Brown & Brown, Inc. acquires CHAPP and Citrus Insurance, expanding its capabilities in agricultural risk management services.

Schlumberger (SLB) to acquire ChampionX (CHX) in all-stock deal, valued at ~$7.8B, aiming to strengthen oilfield services leadership, offering 0.735 SLB shares for each CHX share, projecting $400M annual synergies within three years, while committing to return $7B to shareholders over two years.

Nippon Steel persists with its $15B acquisition of U.S. Steel, highlighting its commitment to American growth, despite Biden's preference for U.S. ownership, promising no layoffs and engaging with unions to secure support amidst political scrutiny.