Global M&A activity in the technology, media and telecommunications industry reached an all-time high of 3,389 deals in 2018. The year was marked by several of the largest merger valuations in history, even though 70% of deals were for less than $100 million, demonstrating that much of the M&A activity was driven by smaller companies. … Continue reading
2015 was a huge year for global M&A with deal activity reaching $4.2 trillion by the middle of December. If 2016 continues at the same pace, be prepared for a big year of M&A activity. In order to be well equipped for the upcoming year, ask yourself the following two questions when contemplating an M&A … Continue reading
MergerMarket Group recently published its January edition of Monthly M&A Insider which reported on mergers and acquisitions activity around the world during the second half of 2014. Among other things, the report explains why 2014 was so hospitable to M&A activity, citing an improving economy, large cash reserves, low interest rates, and cheap financing as … Continue reading