Alpine

Acquirer: Mercedes

Mercedes is bidding for a 24% stake in Formula 1 competitor Alpine, but the deal may be blocked by the FIA due to potential multi-team ownership rule changes.Summary of transaction details:Value: Not disclosedSector: Industrials & EnergyAdvisor: Not disclosedKey Entities: Mercedes, Alpine, FIALocation: Not disclosedNote: The potential acquisition highlights the complex landscape of Formula 1 team ownership and the FIA's efforts to maintain a level playing field, with the FIA's consideration of banning multi-team ownership having significant implications for the sport.