Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD) acquired Whitethorn Pipeline Company and Enterprise EF78, along with Western Midstream Partners' (WES) interests, for $375M in cash, gaining full ownership of assets including a crude oil pipeline and natural gas liquids fractionators, and agreeing to acquire Western Midstream's (WES) 15% interest in Panola Pipeline Company for $25M.

Sanofi's ADRs surged 3.2% on news of private equity interest in its consumer health unit, potentially valued at $20 billion, amid plans for a separation announced in late October.

Capital One (COF) is exploring the acquisition of Discover Financial Service (DFS), with ongoing discussions and no guarantee of a purchase, as reported by Bloomberg; both companies have yet to comment, and Discover is scheduled to present at the UBS Financial Services Conference on Feb. 26.

Sidley represents MDD in its acquisition by Davies, integrating MDD's forensic accounting expertise into Davies' Global Solutions division to enhance its global capabilities, showcasing Sidley's prominence in transatlantic insurance industry M&A.