Definition:
The Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) market involves the buying, selling, combining, and/or restructuring of companies. It encompasses transactions where one entity acquires another, or two entities merge to form a new company. M&A activities are driven by strategic objectives such as expanding market presence, diversification, or achieving operational efficiencies. Investment banks play a crucial role in the M&A market by providing advisory services to companies engaged in these transactions. They offer expertise in valuation, due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiation, ultimately aiming to enhance shareholder value and drive corporate growth.Structure:
The market contains the following KPIs: transaction value, number of transactions, and the average transaction size.Additional information:
Only transactions that are valued above US$100,000 are considered in this analysis.Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.
Most recent update: Mar 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.
Most recent update: Mar 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
Most recent update: Mar 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.
Most recent update: Mar 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
The emphasis on sustainability, rigorous risk management, and seamless integration of digital technologies in the Mergers and Acquisitions market signifies a thriving environment for deals. This strategic orientation, coupled with adeptness in global policies, staying vigilant about geopolitical shifts, and skillfully managing currency risks, lays a solid foundation for a surge in both the quantity and magnitude of successful M&A transactions.
Trends on the market: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). The scenario analysis is based on a Monte Carlo simulation approach generating a range of possible outcomes by creating random variations in forecasted data points, based on assumptions about potential fluctuations in future values. By running numerous simulated scenarios, the model provides an estimated distribution of results, allowing for an analysis of likely ranges and confidence intervals around the forecast.Additional Notes:
The market is updated twice per year in the event that market dynamics change.Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat
Most recent update: Sep 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights