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Atty. Kristine Torres, Partner at Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra writes for the The Manila Times. Discover how ESG is reshaping the landscape of mergers, acquisitions, and dealmaking in the business world. Dive into the full story on how sustainability and corporate responsibility are becoming key factors in investment. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gHAx-QJ6 #Gorriceta

Gulf Mergers & Acquisitions Trends 2024: Key Insights to date Tech Surge: Gulf's tech sector is booming, driving a wave of tech-focused M&A for digital prowess. Sustainability Drive: ESG considerations shape M&A decisions, reflecting a commitment to green growth post COP 28. Diversification Strategy: M&A fuels diversification efforts, reducing reliance on traditional industries. Global Expansion: Gulf firms expand globally through strategic acquisitions for market access and talent. Regulatory Framework: Evolving regulations promote transparency, vital for smooth M&A transactions. Stay informed, stay ahead in Gulf M&A dynamics! #GulfBusiness #MergersAndAcquisitions #TechInnovation #Sustainability

Whilst the nature of ESG integration in transactions often focusses on one or two components, a comprehensive approach to all three—environmental, social, and governance—is essential. Companies that pay equitable attention to the full spectrum of ESG factors are more likely to future-proof their organisations and deliver meaningful long-term impact. Read about the importance of holistic ESG integration in our report, “Sustainable synergies: The evolution of Environmental, Social, and Governance landscape in Mergers & Acquisitions.” https://deloi.tt/4eZVrRa #ESG #HolisticIntegration #MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateGovernance

KPMG in Thailand provides an insightful summary into the dynamics driving Thailand’s Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) environment in 2023. The article discusses the transformative wave in M&A in the past year which will impact the acceleration of deal activity in 2024. ✔️M&A activity in Thailand ✔️M&A transaction value by industry ✔️Unveiling the key drivers of 2024 M&A trends in Thailand Click to find out: https://lnkd.in/gQE452Z5 #THRIVEmagazine #MandA #Deals #Investing #Thailand

🤝 Partnering to organize Kosovo’s first-ever Forum on Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)! The Oda Ekonomike Zvicërano-Kosovare (Swiss-Kosovar Business Association (KSWV-OEZK), in close partnership with USAID’s Investment Promotion and Access to Finance Activity, is organizing the M&A Forum to expand investment opportunities in Kosovo and beyond. The event will showcase successful M&A transactions both in Kosovo and Europe, financing options for M&A deals, and valuation and investment readiness strategies for companies seeking to attract outside investment. Stay tuned for updates! ℹ #InvestmentPromotion #AccesstoFinance #MergersandAcquisitionsForum #PartneringforProgress

In the dynamic Thai M&A environment, KPMG in Thailand has identified three key themes which we believe will drive deal activity in 2024: Value Creation, Distress and ESG. Check out the article below ⤵ https://lnkd.in/g_-C7MJ2 #THRIVEmagazine

There has been a paradigm shift that has led to heightened scrutiny of ESG considerations in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions. Acquirers, particularly non-resident investors, are using ESG performance as an indicator of long-term value creation and resilience. give 20 hashtags in one line. #ESG #MergersAndAcquisitions #SustainableInvesting #NonResidentInvestors #LongTermValue #CorporateResilience #ESGPerformance #GreenFinance #Sustainability #ResponsibleInvesting #ESGCriteria #InvestmentStrategy #CorporateGovernance #EnvironmentalImpact #SocialResponsibility #EthicalInvesting #SustainableGrowth #ESGTrends #ImpactInvesting #ESGFactors

As a member of IMAP - International Mergers and Acquisitions Partnership, INVERLINK is present in 50 countries across all continents. This global M&A partnership with over 40 firms and a network of more than 450 investment bankers worldwide, enables access to a deep pool of knowledge and resources that allow us to leverage our local expertise to facilitate cross-border transactions and other complex financial matters. This extensive reach provides our clients with unparalleled opportunities for growth and success on a global scale. During the first half of 2024, IMAP dealmakers successfully closed 94 M&A deals totaling over US$27 Bn globally. Nearly 50% of these transactions were concentrated in the Consumer Services, Business Services, Technology, and Industrials sectors. Initial market improvements and fading recession fears suggested higher activity, however momentum slowed due to tight financing conditions and delayed interest rate cuts. Despite these challenges, there is optimism for increased private equity activity and a rise in privately held mid-caps coming to market hint at a potential new wave of M&A deals, driven by strong deal pipelines and cross-border opportunities #IMAP #InvestmentBanking #MergersandAcquisitions

After a slow year, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market participants expect a return to pre-pandemic times this year. Deimante Korsakaite, Managing Partner of INVL Baltic Sea Growth Fund, also shares her insights on M&A. You can find Deimantė's insights in the "Verslo žinios" article https://lnkd.in/gbrwW9c8 . #mergersandacquisitions #market #insights #invl #privateequity #fund #invl

Miroslav Trencan, Partner at Hillbridges shares insights on the dynamic landscape of mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and the energy sector. From financing challenges to regulatory shifts, geopolitical influences, and strategic decisions, he briefly unveils the key trends shaping the market. #MandA #PrivateEquity #EnergySector #SlovakiaBusiness