Mergermarket, an ION Analytics service, has unveiled its 1H24 M&A Highlights report, revealing a resurgence in large-cap strategic M&A. The report highlights a comeback in listed dealmaking in the US and UK, alongside a revival in private equity (PE) activity. Key findings include a 17% rise in global M&A volume to USD 1.6 trillion in 1H24, with corporate buyers leading the charge. 2Q24 experienced an 81.3% surge in PE buyouts, driven by larger deals and more public-to-private transactions. With upcoming elections worldwide, sectors with strong global tailwinds are expected to sustain dealmaking throughout the rest of the year. For more details, read our press release.
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Global M&A volume grew 17% YoY to USD 1.6trn in the first half of 2024, driven by a resurgence in activity in North America. Corporate buyers have reclaimed the spotlight, accounting for 73% of the deal volume—a return to pre-pandemic levels. Notably, seven of the top 10 deals involved strategic buyers from traditional industries:
🏦 Financial Services: Capital One
⛽ Oil and Gas: Diamondback Energy & ConocoPhillips
🛒 Retail: Home Depot
💊 Pharmaceuticals: Novo
💻 Software: Synopsys (the only tech deal in the top 10)
Explore these insights and more in our full report!
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