1. Henkel Acquires Olaplex in $1.4 Billion Deal, Sending Stock Soaring 49%
The haircare brand Olaplex is being acquired by German consumer goods giant Henkel in a deal valued at approximately $1.4 billion. The announcement triggered a massive premarket surge, with Olaplex stock rocketing 49%, a clear market endorsement of the transaction's perceived value. This move represents a significant s...