Market Chatter: Aeries Technology in Early Acquisition Talks With Black Box

12:13 PM EDT, 10/12/2026 (MT Newswires) -- Aeries Technology (AERT) is in early acquisition talks with Essar Group-backed Black Box in a deal that could value Aeries at $70 million to $90 million, CNBC reported Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. The deal structure, financing and timeline have not been finalized, and it is unclear whether Black Box would acquire the whole company or a controlling interest, according to the report. Aeries Technology and Black Box did not immediately respond to requests for comment from MT Newswires. (Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.) Price: 7.04, Change: +0.14, Percent Change: +1.96