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📈 The dealmaking pendulum is likely to swing back in favour of mergers and acquisitions once more. The first six months of 2024 have shown some early signs that IPOs and technology megadeals are making a return; while advances in GenAI and other technologies are creating opportunities for tech, media and telecoms dealmaking in the latter half of the year. Learn how you can adapt to these dynamic conditions in our mid-2024 global M&A outlook: https://pwc.to/4eBdRHI #PwCDeals #IndustryTrends #GenAI

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Mergers and acquisitions in the #AI space saw 55 exits in Q1 2024, according to Crunchbase data. The sector experienced a ~44% increase compared to Q4 2023. Learn more about AI M&A: https://lnkd.in/dSAMZEJN #artificialintelligence #invest #investing #merger #acquisition #venturecapital #privateequity #ventureexit

The first half of 2024 demonstrated the resilience and attractiveness of the mid-market IT M&A sector. With stable valuation multiples, consistent deal activity, and significant involvement from private equity firms, the landscape for IT acquisitions under $100 million remains robust. We expect continued momentum in this space, providing ample opportunities for strategic and financial buyers to enhance their technological capabilities and market positions. With a long heritage in the venture capital tech startup sector, 2 VENTURES leverages decades of experience growing and successfully exiting companies through Initial Public Offerings(IPOs) and Mergers & Acquisitions(M&A). We are a seasoned team of entrepreneurs, operators and investors partnering with companies to scale growth. We are experienced M&A advisors with a specialized focus in middle market buy-side and sell-side advisory services. 2 VENTURES are technology industry veterans with specialized #buyside and #sellside services. #merger #acquisition

📊 As climate tech continues its march to maturity, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) stand out as the preferred exit strategy. In Q1 2024, M&A saw a 12% growth in M&A counts compared to Q4 2023, and the count of M&A deals rests on par with 2023’s four-quarter rolling average. ⚙ One key driver behind this preference for M&A is the need for rapid scalability and market penetration. By joining forces through M&A structures, ventures can access greater resources, expertise, and distribution channels, enabling them to get many steps closer to scale. And which investor class is leading the charge for acquisitions? 🏢 Corporations, unsurprisingly. Leveraging the potential for consolidation, stamping operational synergies, and establishing timely opportunities to realize investments, corporations are setting the pace for M&A activity within climate tech. But will this change in the coming months, and are there any signals for the return of the IPO? Explore these and more by accessing our report here 👇 : https://lnkd.in/eVR7Anky

Company valuations are essential because they show how healthy a firm is financially, which helps with strategic decisions, finds investors, and makes mergers and acquisitions easier. As a state-of-the-art platform, Eqvista provides comprehensive solutions for company valuations. The Eqvista Valuation Request is a great tool for new and existing businesses looking for capital or insight into potential mergers and acquisitions. Companies can get clear and precise appraisals using Eqvista, enabling them to plan their financial futures and take calculated risks. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g8CBMj-B #valuation #startups #founders #investors #funding #captable

As 2023 heads to a close and into the holiday season, the M&A activity in the security industry has been wide open with big firms acquiring all sizes of companies with products and history. I've heard from a few that I've communicated with over the years. How many will still be around in 2024 and beyond? Certainly will be a lot of changes in the industry as AI moves further into the products, as well as an opportunity for end-users to have many choices for solutions. 2023 has been a year of competition growth with new entrants and experience making great strides against older firms that haven't adapted. Will be exciting to watch. I appreciate the messages (and opportunities) from my other acquisition post, happy to help in any way possible with suggestions. #PropTech #SecurityIndustry #Acquisitions https://lnkd.in/gWg4Qma9

Startups are likely to face ongoing funding challenges in 2024, leading to continued cost-cutting measures and a renewed focus on unit economics. This may involve localising costs, scaling back operations, and prioritising survival in an uncertain funding environment. The trend of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is expected to continue, driven by larger companies seeking to acquire earlier-stage companies. #Africa #CareerGoals #EdTech #TechCareers #SkillsInTech #ApplyNow #YouthEmpowerment #TechTalent #DigitalSkills #CareerReadiness #DiverseTechTalent #DigitalEconomyReadiness #SustainableTalentPipeline

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Canadian tech founders seem to be leaning towards mergers and acquisitions (M&A) rather than initial public offerings (IPOs) in 2024. The latest example is Nordic Capital's acquisition of a majority stake in Vancouver software firm Zafin. The deal will help Nordic grow its banking software company and accelerate product development. According to The Globe and Mail, the investment valued Zafin at over $500 million. Despite CEO Al Karim Somji's previous plan to take Zafin public in 2023, the economic conditions have caused the company to consider M&A as a more viable exit strategy. This acquisition is a clear indication that tech founders are still opting for M&A via private equity. #CanadianTech #MergersAndAcquisitions #PrivateEquity