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Reed Smith advises Bleichroeder Acquisition Corp. II on $2 billion business combination with French neutral atom quantum computing company Pasqal
5 March 2026 / 1 min read NEW YORK and PARIS – Global law firm Reed Smith advised Bleichroeder Acquisition Corp. II, a SPAC, on its business combination with Pasqal Holding SAS, a neutral atom quantum computing company headquartered in France. The transaction values Pasqal at a pre-money equity value of $2 billion and includes $200 million in committed convertible financing. The combined company will operate as Pasqal and is expected to list on Nasdaq.
M&A in France - Lexology
Use the Lexology Navigator tool to compare the answers in this article with those from other jurisdictions. State snapshot Trends and climate What is the current state of the M&A market in your jurisdiction? The M&A market in France seems quite robust; in particular, the private equity market appears to be attractive relative to the United States or the United Kingdom, with lower multiples for international companies and world famous brands.
M&A documentation in France | Lexology
Use the Lexology Navigator tool to compare the answers in this article with those from other jurisdictions. Documentation Preliminary agreements What preliminary agreements are commonly drafted? Early in the negotiation process, the parties enter into a non-disclosure agreement to ensure confidentiality of information made available to the buyer for the purpose of assessing the transaction.
Due diligence, information and disclosure in M&A transactions in France | Lexology
Use the Lexology Navigator tool to compare the answers in this article with those from other jurisdictions. Preparation Due diligence requirements What due diligence is necessary for buyers? As in any other comparable jurisdiction, the buyer should consider what level of due diligence is required based on the target’s business and other transactional circumstances.
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