M&A and Private Equity

M&A Explorer | Despite prevailing headwinds in wider M&A markets, take-private deal flow across EMEA sustained robust levels of activity as dealmakers jumped at opportunities to buy listed companies at attractive valuations

M&A Explorer | German dealmaking posted steady growth in 2024 against a backdrop of political and economic upheaval

M&A Explorer | Investors are ramping up AI-related M&A to secure cutting-edge capabilities and market-beating returns, but high valuations and open-source disruption are forcing a rethink on deal strategy

M&A Explorer | As global supply chains continue to suffer from ill health, M&A offers a path to recovery

M&A Explorer | Australian M&A defied a slow growth environment to post a solid performance in 2024, while dealmakers are optimistic about the prospects for the year ahead

M&A Explorer | AI, social media and cloud computing are driving dealmaking demand in EMEA’s data center subsector

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

M&A Explorer | Economic resilience and several strong sector showings boost Nordic dealmaking in 2024, with a healthy M&A pipeline for 2025

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

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

M&A Explorer | M&A totals for this year have already overtaken 2023 as technology, green energy and a financial services megadeal drive activity

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

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?

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. 

M&A Explorer | Dealmaking between the two regions looks set to rise as trade links and political relations strengthen

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

M&A Explorer | The number of distressed deals reaches record highs as challenging market conditions take their toll

M&A Explorer | Governmental pressure and an improving macroeconomic outlook could see French buyout activity gaining on the UK

M&A Explorer | Dealmaking makes a comeback as tech giants battle for dominance in artificial intelligence

M&A Explorer | Dealmakers are learning to navigate a stricter regulatory environment as UK and EU authorities take an increasingly interventionist stance

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

M&A Explorer | The addition of infrastructure to PE firms’ playbooks is part of a broader embrace of adjacent private market asset classes

M&A Explorer | The continent's growing population is producing a wealth of investment opportunities as demand for digital services ramps up

M&A Explorer | Rapid digitalization in the health industry is set to drive M&A across the region

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.

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

M&A Explorer | Stronger stock market performance bodes well for exit conditions in Japan’s rapidly maturing PE space

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

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

M&A Explorer | Investment in the battery energy storage sector reaches record highs as the need for flexibility in the renewables sector increases

M&A Explorer | APAC investors continue to seek out high-growth assets across the continent despite a global slowdown in M&A activity

Understanding the ever-evolving global FDI landscape is crucial amid growing regulatory complexities in cross-border transactions

M&A Explorer | M&A is emerging as a vital tool to support the realignment and resilience of global supply chains

M&A Explorer | Fintech companies must find new revenue streams if they want to thrive in the current market

M&A Explorer | The country’s vibrant digital economy and abundant natural resources look set to fuel dealmaking this year

M&A Explorer | Dealmaking remains above pre-pandemic levels despite somewhat subdued interest from international buyers

M&A Explorer | Growing demand for cancer drugs, along with patent expiries and AI innovation, are driving dealmaking in the red-hot oncology space

M&A Explorer | Anticipated rate cuts spark investor optimism, but escalating geopolitical tensions threaten to derail economic recovery

M&A Explorer | French M&A retreated to pre-pandemic levels last year, but decreasing inflation could spur transformative dealmaking in 2024