Mergers & AcquisitionsMedium•17 October 2026•
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SoftBank in Early Talks to Acquire Allied Universal for $18 Billion
Key Facts
1SoftBank Group is in early-stage talks to acquire security services firm Allied Universal.
2The potential deal could value the business at approximately $18 billion if completed.
SoftBank Group is in early-stage talks to acquire security services firm Allied Universal. The Wall Street Journal reported that the potential deal could value the business at approximately $18 billion if completed, as the Japanese group looks to expand its presence in the security sector.
The move aligns with SoftBank's broader strategy of aggressive expansion and capital deployment into large-scale private enterprises. SFTBY closed at $14.7 on October 16, 2026, after reaching a session high of $15.7 and a low of $14.65.