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Initial Public Offerings - Northern Africa

Northern Africa

The transaction value in the Initial Public Offerings market is projected to reach US$1.88bn in 2024.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2025) of -4.79% resulting in a projected total amount of US$1.79bn by 2025.
The average transaction value in the Initial Public Offerings market amounts to US$81.19m in 2024.
From a global comparison perspective, it is shown that the highest transaction value is reached in China (US$63,330.00m in 2024).

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Analyst Opinion

The Initial Public Offerings market in Northern Africa is experiencing a notable uptick in activity, reflecting the region's growing interest in investment opportunities and economic development.Customer preferences in Northern Africa are shifting towards investing in local businesses and startups through IPOs, as investors seek to support the growth of domestic enterprises and capitalize on the potential for high returns in emerging markets.

Trends in the market show a rise in tech companies going public in countries like Egypt and Morocco, driven by the increasing digitalization of economies in the region. Investors are attracted to these IPOs due to the potential for rapid growth and innovation in the technology sector.Local special circumstances, such as government initiatives to promote entrepreneurship and foreign investment, are creating a favorable environment for IPOs in Northern Africa.

These efforts are aimed at boosting economic growth, creating job opportunities, and diversifying the region's economy.Underlying macroeconomic factors, including stable economic growth, demographic trends favoring a young and tech-savvy population, and increasing access to capital markets, are contributing to the development of the IPO market in Northern Africa. These factors are attracting both local and international investors looking to participate in the region's economic expansion.

Methodology

Data coverage:

Figures are based on the revenue generated by the Investment Banking market, as well as the transaction value, the number of transactions, and the average transactions size of the Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As) and Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) markets.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined by a bottom-up approach and are based on a specific rationale for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use market research and analysis, as well as data from annual financial reports. Furthermore, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations and national data bureaus, such as GDP, wealth per capita, and total investment (% of GDP). This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. In this market, we use the HOLT-damped Trend method to forecast future development. The main drivers are GDP per capita and total investment (% of GDP).

Additional Notes:

The market is updated twice per year in the event that market dynamics change.