M&A and Private Equity

Data center
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Power moves: Data center deals are heating up in EMEA
M&A Explorer | AI, social media and cloud computing are driving dealmaking demand in EMEA’s data center subsector
Milan Cathedral
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Made in Italy: Big deals, PE, TMT and consumer sectors boost Italian M&A deal value in 2024
M&A Explorer | While Italy’s macroeconomy is unsettled, dealmaking held steady in 2024, and a mixture of sectoral excellence and rising PE interest bodes well for 2025
Stockholm
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Nordic dealmaking flourishes thanks to diverse regions and multiple sectors
M&A Explorer | Economic resilience and several strong sector showings boost Nordic dealmaking in 2024, with a healthy M&A pipeline for 2025
Battery
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Cleantech in Asia-Pacific: The wave of the future
M&A Explorer | As the global race to net zero gathers pace, so does investment in the technologies and services—collectively known as cleantech—needed to support that drive
solar panels
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US renewables M&A: A cautious road to recovery?
M&A Explorer | The US renewables sector is racing to keep up with governmental targets and societal pressure, but the upcoming presidential election creates considerable uncertainty
Taiwan
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Taiwan’s M&A market defies headwinds to flourish in 2024
M&A Explorer | M&A totals for this year have already overtaken 2023 as technology, green energy and a financial services megadeal drive activity
Electric vehicle
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EVs at a crossroads: Where next for electric vehicle M&A?
M&A Explorer | The EV industry is facing multiple headwinds in 2024 including consumer pullback, but future dealmaking prospects look solid as buyers seek to safeguard future growth, with China leading the way
Money Printing
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Return of the megadeal: Big business powers US M&A
M&A Explorer | The string of megadeals announced in the first half of 2024 reflect a growing confidence among US dealmakers. But can the bull run be sustained?
Lead unicorn sculpture on pillar of Trophy Gate
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Financial institutions M&A: Sector trends - September 2024
In the 12th edition of our report, we bring you the key deal highlights and M&A trends across UK/Europe in the past 12 months which have shaped the financial services landscape. 
Roadway
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Eastern promise: The M&A pipeline between APAC and the Middle East is primed for growth
M&A Explorer | Dealmaking between the two regions looks set to rise as trade links and political relations strengthen
Tokyo
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Land of the rising dissension: Japanese shareholder activism in focus
M&A Explorer | A perfect storm of volatile market conditions and investor demands is brewing in Japan, fostering an environment ripe for increased shareholder activism in 2025
Euros
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High anxiety or real opportunity? Distressed M&A in Europe
M&A Explorer | The number of distressed deals reaches record highs as challenging market conditions take their toll
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France sets its sights on becoming Europe’s PE leader
M&A Explorer | Governmental pressure and an improving macroeconomic outlook could see French buyout activity gaining on the UK
Container crane machinery in shipyard.
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Africa Focus: Summer 2024
digital wave
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“Magnificent Seven” ride again as AI spurs rise in US tech M&A
M&A Explorer | Dealmaking makes a comeback as tech giants battle for dominance in artificial intelligence
European Union flag
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High-profile deals in European regulators’ firing lines
M&A Explorer | Dealmakers are learning to navigate a stricter regulatory environment as UK and EU authorities take an increasingly interventionist stance
Agricultural farm view from above
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Food for thought: Dealmakers drawn to Europe’s sustainable farming sector
M&A Explorer | The strong environmental, economic and social case for sustainable farming looks set to spur future M&A in Europe’s agricultural sector
Solar
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PE firms increasingly target infrastructure
M&A Explorer | The addition of infrastructure to PE firms’ playbooks is part of a broader embrace of adjacent private market asset classes
Payment machine
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Africa represents new frontier for tech dealmakers
M&A Explorer | The continent's growing population is producing a wealth of investment opportunities as demand for digital services ramps up
mobile phone
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Digital healthcare in Southeast Asia offers healthy returns
M&A Explorer | Rapid digitalization in the health industry is set to drive M&A across the region
gold thread
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Luxury, Fashion and Lifestyle – Staying ahead in times of change
In a time distinguished by significant shifts—from the surge in e-commerce to altered consumer behaviors and the growing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values—brands face not just challenges but vast opportunities.
financial buildings
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Charting a path for European carve-outs
M&A Explorer | Carve-outs offer a path to streamline operations, raise cash and unlock shareholder value, but have faced various stifling market conditions in 2024
Mt. Fuji
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Japan’s PE market is thriving, with potential for exits to follow
M&A Explorer | Stronger stock market performance bodes well for exit conditions in Japan’s rapidly maturing PE space
Skyscraper Miami
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Distressed US M&A volumes are on the rise
M&A Explorer | Companies with exposure to commercial real estate in particular—including banks—could be prime targets for bankruptcy-related deals in the US
London
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UK financial services sector on track for wave of consolidation
M&A Explorer | A race to gain market share, a period of relative political calm, and renewed economic stability are fueling M&A in the sector
Battery
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Battery storage M&A powers into 2024
M&A Explorer | Investment in the battery energy storage sector reaches record highs as the need for flexibility in the renewables sector increases
intersections
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Europe holds enduring appeal for Asia-Pacific dealmakers
M&A Explorer | APAC investors continue to seek out high-growth assets across the continent despite a global slowdown in M&A activity
Foreign direct investment reviews 2024: A global perspective
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Foreign direct investment reviews 2024: A global perspective
Understanding the ever-evolving global FDI landscape is crucial amid growing regulatory complexities in cross-border transactions
cargo
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Dealmakers turn to M&A to combat supply disruption
M&A Explorer | M&A is emerging as a vital tool to support the realignment and resilience of global supply chains
technology
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Fintechs hunt for growth in an uncertain climate
M&A Explorer | Fintech companies must find new revenue streams if they want to thrive in the current market
Jakarta
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Tech takeovers drive M&A in Indonesia
M&A Explorer | The country’s vibrant digital economy and abundant natural resources look set to fuel dealmaking this year
Mexico
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Energy and telco deals power Mexican M&A
M&A Explorer | Dealmaking remains above pre-pandemic levels despite somewhat subdued interest from international buyers
medicines
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Oncology dealmaking fuels biotech M&A
M&A Explorer | Growing demand for cancer drugs, along with patent expiries and AI innovation, are driving dealmaking in the red-hot oncology space
fine art
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Dealmakers prepare to face new uncertainties in 2024
M&A Explorer | Anticipated rate cuts spark investor optimism, but escalating geopolitical tensions threaten to derail economic recovery
Paris
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French dealmakers pin hopes on improving macro conditions
M&A Explorer | French M&A retreated to pre-pandemic levels last year, but decreasing inflation could spur transformative dealmaking in 2024
Windmills
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Net-zero goals boost investment in tech sector
M&A Explorer | As the global energy transition gathers pace, innovation in clean energy solutions is producing a steady flow of deal opportunities
mining site
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Megadeals highlight resilience of construction and EMU industries
M&A Explorer | Consolidation and alternative energy drive big-ticket energy, mining and utilities M&A 
lights
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Luxury powerhouses turn to M&A amid slowing sales
M&A Explorer | Declining consumer spending power is driving down revenues and pushing luxury firms to seek new avenues for growth
mountain taiwan
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Taiwan: Adapting to ongoing macroeconomic and regulatory uncertainty
Key legal developments in 2023 and their implications for Taiwan
server room
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Dealmaking is shaping APAC’s digital future
M&A Explorer | Demand for greater connectivity is fueling M&A in the region's critical digital infrastructure, especially data centers and tower assets