The M&A Landscape in Europe: Market Optimism
Lado Sheroziia
Ph.D. EMBA. | Trouble Shooter , M&A, | Creation of Boards of Directors | Business Angel Investor
Amid growing optimism among M&A market participants, I continue to explore current trends.
Approximately 65% of respondents expect increased activity in the next 12 months, with 20% predicting significant growth. This marks a major shift compared to last year when only 35% anticipated growth, including just 3% who foresaw substantial expansion.
At the same time, 24% still believe the market may slow down due to economic uncertainty and the sluggish reduction of interest rates.
Interestingly, plans for the coming year vary: 8% did not participate in any deals last year, while 39% completed only one or two transactions. Private equity participants stood out, with 51% involved in three to four deals, highlighting their critical role in M&A.
The takeaway? The European M&A market presents a mixed picture. Optimism and expectations for increased activity are growing, yet economic risks remain, as do significant differences in plans between corporate players and PE firms.
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