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Have you read FTI Consulting Strategic Communications latest Done Deal newsletter? Edward Bridges and Oliver Williams provide an in-depth analysis of recent trends shaping M&A activity across the Middle East, including the evolving regulatory landscape, market drivers, and predictions for the year ahead. My colleagues also recap key takeaways from October's Future Investment Initiative (FII) event in Riyadh, followed by highlights from our governance and activism event in Dublin, where we explored the evolving trends in governance, proxy voting, and shareholder engagement across the UK and Ireland. Finally, don’t miss our Colleague Spotlight, featuring Tom Blundell from our Dubai team, as he shares his reflections and expertise.. Read the full newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/gqcwr3nQ #M&A #DoneDeal #CorporateFinance #ThoughtLeadership

PwC Cyprus is the Gold Sponsor of the 10th International Funds’ Summit & Expo "Global Yield 2025: Forecasting Financial Markets"! The Conference will be focused on the investment outlook for the coming year and the trends, winning strategies and key developments relevant to asset management, from private equity to fixed income and alternatives. More details to follow! #PwCCyprus #fundssummit

🚀 Key highlights: 🎯 PE deals in Europe grew by 5% YoY in Q3 2024, reaching 352 deals. 🎯 CEE demonstrated strong momentum, with 11 deals in Q3 2024. 🎯 Technology, consumer products and healthcare remain the top sectors for PE investment across the region.

In our State of PE Report Q3 we provide an analysis of European PE activity.   While in general the sentiment in the Nordics may be more subdued than other parts in Europe, the question begs if there are ray of lights in the tunnel that would indicate that we are about to turn the corner in the Nordics? https://lnkd.in/dX2_nA_8

Deals steady, funding soars. Our outlook on the private equity market in Asia Pacific is one of optimism, signalling a gradual rebound to pre-pandemic levels with new opportunities for long-term growth. We analysed key factors such as pricing shifts and regional markets to guide your way forward for the next 12-28 months. Don’t miss insights from our KPMG in Singapore Partners Andrew Thompson, Head of Private Equity, Asia Pacific, and Stephen Bates, Head of Deal Advisory. Read our full report:  https://lnkd.in/gsQithxw #KPMGSingapore #PrivateEquity #MarketOutlook #Investments

🌟 Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) Private Equity Update - Q3 2024 🌟 The latest EY State of Private Equity Report for Q3 2024 highlights a rebound in private equity (PE) activity across Central and Eastern Europe. Despite the challenges, the positive momentum observed in 2024 underscores a growing sense of optimism among investors. Looking forward to 2025, we anticipate continued robust deal activity supported by improved capital availability and a more favorable market climate. #EYPrivateEquity #CEE #Investment #Growth #EYReport #2024Trends #ShapeTheFutureWithConfidence

Have you read FTI Consulting Strategic Communications latest Done Deal newsletter? Edward Bridges and Oliver Williams provide an in-depth analysis of recent trends shaping M&A activity across the Middle East, including the evolving regulatory landscape, market drivers, and predictions for the year ahead. My colleagues also recap key takeaways from October's Future Investment Initiative (FII) event in Riyadh, followed by highlights from our governance and activism event in Dublin, where we explored the evolving trends in governance, proxy voting, and shareholder engagement across the UK and Ireland. Finally, don’t miss our Colleague Spotlight, featuring Tom Blundell from our Dubai team, as he shares his reflections and expertise.. Read the full newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/esyb_6Au #M&A #DoneDeal #CorporateFinance #ThoughtLeadership

📊 Riding the M&A Wave in the Middle East! Despite global uncertainties, the Middle East’s dealmaking momentum continues to shine, driven by reforms and strategic investment from Sovereign Wealth Funds. Discover how sectors like healthcare, technology, and energy are leading the charge in our 2024 Transact mid-year report: https://pwc.to/3MJJphQ #TransAct #Valuecreation PwC Middle East https://lnkd.in/d68XfuJv

Last week, we had the privilege of attending the ILA PWC Annual Fund Day 2025, a prominent event hosted by ILA - The Luxembourg Institute of Governance (ILA) and PwC Luxembourg. This annual conference serves as a vital platform for discussing the latest developments in fund governance across Europe and Luxembourg. Revel Wood moderated a panel alongside Marco Zwick and Kevin Brown on best practice in #Governance & #Oversight. The discussion delved into the differences and similarities between the #UK and #Luxembourg governance frameworks, offering invaluable insights into best practice fund governance across these regions. A heartfelt thank you to all the speakers and participants for making the event such a fabulous success. Special thanks to the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) for their ongoing efforts to engage with the industry on best practices, and to ILA - The Luxembourg Institute of Governance and PwC Luxembourg for organizing and hosting another outstanding event. We look forward to future opportunities to contribute to these important discussions and improving the governance and fund management landscape ensuring Europe offers long-term sustainable fund solutions for investors. #ONEteam #onewithyou #Ila #governance #ined #directors #marketefficiency #marketstandards #evolution #sustainablefinance #pwc #cssf #regulators #WealthManagement #AssetManagement #RegulatoryChange #Collaboration #Sustainability #InvestorProtection

If you've got 60 seconds spare, watch this video of Omar Ali sharing the key headlines and the outlook for Europe when it comes to foreign direct investment, following the launch of our latest EY Attractiveness Survey for Financial Services. As Omar highlights, Europe's gold-standard regulation is key to its international attractiveness and is likely to be a key focus for the new Commission when it’s voted in next month.