Merger activity decreased last week, with one new deal announced and seven deals closing. Deal Statistics: New Deals: The acquisition of Ra Pharmaceuticals ([[RARX]]) by UCB for $2.1 billion, or $48.00 per share in cash. Deal Updates: On October 8, 2019, Prosperity Bancs...

This article explains the reasons behind the movement in a selection of the largest U.S. cash merger arbitrage spreads from the past week as calculated by Merger Arbitrage Limited. We analyze the attractiveness and profitability of each spread going forward and indicate the trading position or...

This article explains the reasons behind the movement in a selection of the largest U.S. cash merger arbitrage spreads from the past week as calculated by Merger Arbitrage Limited. We analyze the attractiveness and profitability of each spread going forward and indicate the trading position or...