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Aerospace Supplier Deals Near Record as Output Rises — 3dAerospace and defense manufacturing is in a sustained ramp-up with a hiring rebound evident as production lines expand. Dealmaking is accelerating as Boeing and Airbus schedules stabilize, with 154 disclosed deals through August near the 2019 peak and major acquisitions like GE’s $12 billion purchase of Consolidated Precision Products and Parker Hannifin’s $2.6 billion Circor deal underscoring demand for scarce, capable suppliers with predictable cash flows.

Tom Gallagher It's encouraging to see aerospace suppliers getting acquired at these prices as Boeing and Airbus stabilize output.

DOJ Investigates Nvidia Groq Licensing Deal Over Antitrust Evasion — 3dThe U.S. Department of Justice is examining whether Nvidia structured its Groq licensing deal to avoid antitrust review, a probe that follows broader regulatory scrutiny of licensing arrangements in the AI chip sector. The roughly $17–20 billion deal, which included executive hires from Groq, is under scrutiny as regulators weigh whether such licenses functionally imitate acquisitions without triggering merger reviews.

Elena Vasquez The executive hires tied to this license make it hard to see the arrangement as anything but a de facto acquisition that skipped review.

Canadiens Sign Kreider to One-Year Deal — 2dThe Montreal Canadiens announced they signed Chris Kreider to a one-year contract, while the Anaheim Ducks terminated his seven-year deal to gain cap flexibility as they pursue other moves, making Kreider a free agent with interest in returning east. Across reports, Kreider’s termination was framed as a strategic financial move for Anaheim, with his immediate future depending on where he lands as a free agent.

Maya Lindstrom Anaheim made the right call cutting ties to chase other roster pieces with that cap space.

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Trump administration blasts Ford's business deals with Chinese firms — 4d

Lewandowski pursues side deals and influence at DHS2 sources — 5d

Qualcomm, Amazon Strike $4 Billion Custom Chip DealBusiness — 4d

Qualcomm stock pops 10% on data center infrastructure deal with AmazonBusiness — 4d

Sources: Christian Gonzalez, Patriots reach 4-year, $135M dealSports — 5d

Patriots sign veteran DaQuan Jones to one-year deal worth up to $6 million — 1dThe New England Patriots have signed veteran defensive tackle DaQuan Jones to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million (base $3.5 million), adding experienced depth to a front seven after their Week 1 loss to the Seahawks. The move aims to bolster run defense and relies on Jones’s durability and Vrabel-Tennessee pipeline familiarity as the team prepares for Week 2 and rosters adjustments.

Maya Lindstrom The connection to Vrabel could help Jones adjust fast to the new system.

Wendy Murphy: Plea deal likely in Clancy case5 sources — 6d

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Lindsay Clancy attorney Kevin Reddington signals he's open to a deal, hopes DA will 'revisit' case4 sources — 4d

Packers, Tucker Kraft agree to four-year, $75 million extension — 2dThe Green Bay Packers and tight end Tucker Kraft remain locked in negotiations over a long-term extension ahead of the season opener, with Kraft pushing for a roughly $20 million-per-year deal and the team wary of guarantees beyond signing bonuses amid his ACL recovery. Some reports and insiders suggest a serious offer could close the gap before Week 1, and Packers officials are keen to finalize the deal despite the standoff.

US and Mexico Seek Interim Trade Deal Before Midterms — 2dThe US and Mexico are pushing to seal a bilateral USMCA-related deal before the U.S. midterms, with Canada effectively sidelined as talks focus on higher North American content, relief from Section 232 tariffs, and closing loopholes around third-country shipments, including Chinese involvement. Amid ongoing meetings and a sense of urgency, officials say a year-end agreement is plausible as both sides seek tariff relief for autos and aluminum and to reassure markets that supply chains remain tightly integrated.

Elena Vasquez Canada shouldn't be cut out of these talks since our auto plants depend on the same integrated supply chains.

Federal Prosecutors Reportedly Probe Clippers Over Leonard Deals — 2dFederal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation in Brooklyn into whether the Los Angeles Clippers secretly arranged endorsement deals to circumvent the NBA salary cap, a probe that follows the league’s $30 million penalty, loss of five first-round picks, and ballpark suspensions for owner Steve Ballmer. While at least one subpoena has been issued and details remain unclear, the case is unfolding alongside ongoing NBA sanctions and prior independent findings, with the team denying wrongdoing and weighing legal challenges, and related SEC inquiries into involved contractors such as Daktronics.

Elena Vasquez Ballmer's team should face real consequences if they broke rules to keep Leonard under the radar.

Lac Knife Project Included in Canada Investment Summit Deal Book — 3dFocus Graphite will attend the Canada Investment Summit 2026 in Toronto, with its Lac Knife Graphite Project included in the investment deal book, positioning it for engagement with global investors as Canada aims to catalyze C$1 trillion in five years. The Lac Knife project is high-grade and feasibility-stage with strong economics, though the 2023 study did not include the CTM ITC credit; applying a 30% refundable tax credit could materially improve upfront capital economics.

Chris Dalton The 2023 study missed the refundable credit which could cut upfront costs a lot if they rerun the numbers.

Raiders Sign Michael Mayer to $45M Extension — 18hThe Las Vegas Raiders have extended tight end Michael Mayer for three years at $45 million with $30 million guaranteed, making him one of the highest-paid at the position and setting him up for expanded duties as Brock Bowers deals with a knee issue that will sideline him early. The move comes alongside ongoing concerns about Bowers’ durability, with Mayer expected to step in for Week 1 and serve as a key security blanket for the Raiders’ developing offense.

Maya Lindstrom Mayer's extension looks like solid insurance with Bowers banged up, but 30 million guaranteed feels steep for a backup role.

NFL extends Goodell through 2030, aligning deal with labor negotiations — 6dNFL commissioner Roger Goodell has agreed to a four-year extension through the 2030 season, expiring March 31, 2031, ensuring he remains at the helm into his early 70s. The deal is described as heavily performance-based—more than 95% of compensation tied to metrics—amid the NFL’s continued surge in revenue and global reach.

Jared Kim Timing this right before labor negotiations tells you everything about who the owners trust to squeeze the players.

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Anthropic in Talks With Nvidia Over Potential $100 Billion IPO — 1dAnthropic is pursuing a record-setting IPO of up to $100 billion with a target valuation around $2 trillion, and Nvidia is weighing a cornerstone investment of up to $10 billion to help validate the deal. The arrangement would strengthen ties between the AI developer and its hardware supplier, reflecting a broader pattern of strategic partnerships and large-scale financing aimed at accelerating Anthropic’s public offering.

Chris Dalton Nvidia sinking up to 10 billion into Anthropic's IPO looks like a calculated bet to keep their chips at the center of the biggest AI players.

QatarEnergy Seeks US LNG After Ras Laffan Output Losses — 1dQatarEnergy is pursuing multi-year LNG deals with US producers through 2031 to replace output lost after Iranian strikes damaged Ras Laffan, moving from spot purchases to longer-term contracts and relying on its trading arm to secure about 2–3 mt/y. The disruption, worsened by Strait of Hormuz risks, has accelerated Qatar’s shift to external supplies and investment in US LNG capacity as repairs at Ras Laffan are expected to take three to five years.

Maya Lindstrom Qatar relying on US LNG for years shows how vulnerable their Gulf facilities really are to regional conflicts.

Tank Dell agrees to reworked Texans deal while recovering from knee injury — Sep 4, 2026The Texans restructured Tank Dell's contract for 2026 to a one-year, $1.7 million deal with $1 million guaranteed, saving about $2 million against the cap while he remains on injured reserve and will miss at least the first four games recovering from a catastrophic knee injury. Dell, 26, will look to prove he's back for another contract in Houston as he works toward a full return in the final year of his rookie deal.

Tom Gallagher Hope the knee heals right, that injury looked brutal. Wish him a full recovery before worrying about football.

Discovery Loop Reportedly Seeks $50 Billion Valuation Weeks After $10 Billion Round — 1dDiscovery Loop, the AI startup founded by ex-Google researchers including Jeff Dean, is pursuing a new funding round at about $50 billion valuation, a rapid leap from roughly $10 billion earlier this year as investor demand surges. Terms are not yet confirmed, and there is no guarantee the deal will close at that valuation, with the company operating as a public-benefit corporation.

Sam Okafor Ex-Google founders probably bring real expertise but this valuation surge on unconfirmed terms makes me question how sustainable the growth can be.

Bears Reportedly Agree to $33.75M Swift Extension — 1dThe Chicago Bears agreed to a three-year, $33.75 million extension for running back D’Andre Swift, including $27.5 million guaranteed, keeping him under contract through the 2029 season. Reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the deal follows Swift’s 1,087-yard, nine-TD season and comes as the team reshapes cap space and locks in core playmakers.

Rachel Meyers Extending him for 27.5 million guaranteed is a lot for one back but the team clearly values keeping core pieces together.

Suns Center Mark Williams Undergoes Shoulder Surgery — 1dPhoenix Suns center Mark Williams underwent surgery to repair a torn left shoulder labrum and will miss an extended period, with no return timeline announced as training camp approaches, potentially reshaping the Suns’ rotation in his absence. The injury comes amid past trade drama with the Los Angeles Lakers over Williams and underscores asset considerations in that deal’s history.

Nicole Hardy Williams needs to focus on a full recovery before worrying about any past Lakers trade issues.

Nvidia finalizes $12.93 billion Hugging Face deal, vows to keep platform open source — Sep 3, 2026

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