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Deal market headed towards good times as M&A activity bound to bloom in 2024

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Deal market headed towards good times as M&A activity bound to bloom in 2024

India's M&A activity is set to see a significant upswing in 2024, with a potential surge in the deals market. Factors such as abundant dry powder, aligning price expectations, optimistic economic growth projections, and a focus on resilience are driving this trend.

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M&A deals in India drop 10% to 793 in 2023: PwC report

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

M&A deals in India drop 10% to 793 in 2023: PwC report

In 2023, India experienced a decrease in merger and acquisition (M&A) deals compared to the previous year. A report by PwC India revealed a drop of 10% in the total number of deals and a 38% decline in the disclosed deal value. Domestic deals saw a decrease of 18%, while inbound deals showed a 14% increase. However, towards the end of the year, deal activity stabilized. The report also highlighted that private equity investments decreased by 36%, but the average investment size per deal increased. Despite the challenging environment, the report anticipates an upswing in deal activity in 2024.

Next year likely to bring more clarity for M&A deals: Investec officials

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Livemint · 9m ago

Next year likely to bring more clarity for M&A deals: Investec officials

Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) are expected to increase in 2025 after a year of political uncertainty globally and a slowdown in the IPO market, according to Investec Bank executives. They believe that the conclusion of major elections in countries such as the US, UK, Germany, France, South Africa, and India will provide more clarity, leading to a resurgence in M&A activity. In India specifically, the cooling IPO market is expected to shift focus towards M&A and private sponsor activity. Private equity investments across various sectors in India are also predicted to continue.

M&A Deal Value In India Drops 27 Per Cent In 2023: Report

OutlookIndia

OutlookIndia · 1y ago

M&A Deal Value In India Drops 27 Per Cent In 2023: Report

M&A deal value in India dropped by 27% in 2023 to USD 136 billion, according to a report by Deloitte India. Despite global challenges like high-interest rates, economic uncertainty, and geopolitical risks, India's M&A landscape remained resilient in 2023. The report predicts a steady deals market in 2024, driven by the manufacturing sector, especially automotive and electric vehicles. The energy sector is expected to experience significant M&A activity due to the government's focus on clean energy. The financial services sector will see consolidation and responses to regulatory changes driving M&A, while private equity activity is projected to remain steady.

Big-ticket M&As, growth-stage bets dominate dealmaking

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Big-ticket M&As, growth-stage bets dominate dealmaking

Private equity and venture capital deal flow experienced a surge in both value and volume during the week, primarily driven by numerous growth-stage transactions. Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity remained steady in terms of transaction volume, and several big-ticket deals were concluded. The increase in deal activity reflects ongoing confidence in the market despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.

Startup M&As hit 8-year low as cash crunch, funding winter continues to rattle Indian startup ecosystem

Inc42 · 1y ago

Startup M&As hit 8-year low as cash crunch, funding winter continues to rattle Indian startup ecosystem

The Indian startup ecosystem may experience another year of slow deal activity in 2024, following the abysmal funding performance of 2023. The number of mergers and acquisitions (M&As) almost halved to 123 in 2023 from 240 deals in 2022. Distress sales were a common occurrence, with many startups opting for consolidation deals as a survival tactic. Enterprise tech led the consolidation charge with 33 deals, followed by ecommerce and fintech. The falling interest rates and startup valuations, along with global uncertainties, may sustain a certain degree of deal activity despite the funding challenges.

PE investors chase data centre deals in Asia on AI boom

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

PE investors chase data centre deals in Asia on AI boom

Private equity investors and asset managers are gearing up for a surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the Asia Pacific data centre market, as the demand for digital infrastructure driven by the artificial intelligence (AI) boom continues to rise. The region has already led M&A activity in the global data centre market this year, with over half of global deal value coming from Asia Pacific. The momentum is expected to continue, with large transactions such as the potential acquisition of AirTrunk by Blackstone, which could be Asia's largest data centre deal in 2021.

Some CEOs see growing potential for tech acquisitions

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Some CEOs see growing potential for tech acquisitions

Chief executives are increasingly looking to make tech acquisitions as favorable market conditions present good deal-making opportunities. Rising interest rates over the past two years have given companies more leverage in M&A negotiations, making it easier to compete with financial buyers like private-equity firms. Many tech companies are under pressure, making them more open to a sale as they struggle to raise follow-on capital or go public. CEOs see M&A as a way to supplement research and development, acquire talent, and expand their market. However, caution is advised, as many M&A deals fail to meet expectations.

India Inc sees 67 deals valued at $648 million in Q1 of 2024: report

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

India Inc sees 67 deals valued at $648 million in Q1 of 2024: report

India Inc experienced a surge in deal activity during the first quarter of 2024, with 67 deals valued at $648 million. The technology sector performed particularly well, with a 25% increase in deal values compared to the previous quarter. Despite funding slowdown and economic uncertainty, India's tech startup ecosystem secured the fourth-highest funding globally. The report also highlighted the emergence of two unicorns and increased M&A and PE activity. The average deal size increased significantly, and domestic consolidations and outbound transactions played a significant role in driving the deal values. Private equity investments dominated the technology sector, and there were also two IPOs and three QIPs during the quarter.

M&As In Indian Startup Ecosystem Nosedive To All-Time Low

Inc42 · 8m ago

M&As In Indian Startup Ecosystem Nosedive To All-Time Low

The Indian startup ecosystem experienced a significant decline in mergers and acquisitions (M&As) in 2024, with only 71 deals, the lowest in a decade. Despite a 20% increase in funding to $12 billion, M&A activity fell over 40% from previous years, primarily due to high valuations and founders' reluctance to accept lower offers. The e-commerce sector saw the steepest drop, while enterprise tech retained the most deals. Experts predict a potential resurgence in M&A activity by mid-2025 as new-age tech companies go public.

Dealmakers see rebound after global M&A volumes hit decade-low

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Dealmakers see rebound after global M&A volumes hit decade-low

Global M&A activity hit a decade-low in 2023 due to high interest rates and economic uncertainty, but bankers and lawyers anticipate a rebound as conditions improve. Total M&A volumes fell 18% to $3 trillion, the lowest since 2013. Private equity-led buyouts slumped 38%, resulting in reduced capital distribution. However, an increase in large deals in the oil and gas industry and signs of a pick-up in the fourth quarter indicate a potential recovery. Regulatory challenges, cross-border complications, and upcoming elections may remain as headwinds in 2024. Shareholder activism is on the rise, driving M&A activity.

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