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Top Trends In IT M&A Activity
Cross-border M&A activity in the IT sector will continue to boom for years to come. Given the scale of market growth and the formidable pace of technological evolution, investors are seeking to acquire competitors with the competencies they need – there’s a cutthroat ‘buy it before it kills you’ approach. New players are entering the scene in growing numbers. Indeed, starting an IT business can be capital expenditure light and start-ups tend to grow fast. Now, the first so-called unicorns are set to be sold or exit their financial sponsors. It will be fascinating to see if they deliver, and the inevitable impact this has.
Translink Advised DOC Brands Inc On The Exclusive Partnership With OrVance
OrVance LLC, a developer of proprietary oral health products, announced an exclusive licensing agreement with DOC Brands Inc. DOC Brands Inc is an emerging consumer oral care company manufacturing and selling products marketed under the Dentemp® brand. Under the terms of the agreement between the two companies, DOC Brands Inc will manage all operations, marketing, sales, and distribution of the OrVance products while sharing in the costs, expected synergies and profits generated by the partnership.
Translink Advised Wealthcare On The Acquisition Of Eagle Financial Management Services
Wealthcare Capital Management LLC (“Wealthcare”), a technology-enabled full-service RIA that supports independent financial advisors and a NewSpring Holdings platform company, announced the acquisition of Eagle Financial Management Services (“Eagle Financial”). This deal accelerates Wealthcare’s penetration in the direct advisory market expanding the company’s presence in this important channel. Based in Shreveport, Louisiana, Eagle Financial was founded in 2006 and advises on more than $120 million in assets under management (AUM). Through this acquisition, Wealthcare’s advisor team grows to more than 150 advisors across the country with $4.75 billion in AUM.
Top Trends Driving The Healthcare M&A Boom
In 2021, there were over 4000 deals done in the healthcare sector globally (up 23% from 2020), making it one of the most active industries in terms of M&A. There’s no doubt the sector is booming, fuelled, in part, by Covid-19 and significant global megatrends. Here, Rebecca Zhu, Managing Director at Translink Corporate Finance China, and Jens Borelli-Kjær, Partner at Translink Corporate Finance Denmark, unpack trends, growth drivers, and the implications for M&A.
Translink advised Elektrotermex on the sale of a majority stake to Viessmann
Poland-based Elektrotermex (ETX) and global climate solutions provider Viessmann announced the acquisition of a majority stake in ETX by Viessmann and a strategic partnership to manufacture and sell district heating solutions in Poland. Translink’s partner in Poland, Holon acted as transaction advisor to the owners of ETX.
Translink Advised Magna5 In The Acquisition Of Stablenet
Magna5, a national provider of managed IT services and a NewSpring Holdings platform company, announced its acquisition of Stablenet, a North Carolina-based managed IT service provider with clients in the manufacturing, legal and financial sectors.
Translink advised the owners of Schmitz RZ Consult on the sale to EOS’ IT Solutions Holding
Translink Corporate Finance in Germany advised the owners of Schmitz RZ Consult GmbH, a leading provider of backup monitoring and reporting software, on the sale to EOS’ IT Solutions Holding.
Translink Advised The Owners Of Twig Com In The Investment From Valedo
Valedo Partners III AB, a fund advised by Valedo Partners, has invested in Twig Com, a Finland-based provider of personal safety products and software solutions for lone worker safety and telecare. Valedo’s investment will accelerate Twig Com’s expansion and growth. In connection with Valedo’s investment, existing shareholders, including the founders, key employees, and board members, have co-invested alongside Valedo. Translink Corporate Finance Finland acted as a financial advisor to the owners of Twig Com.
Translink Advised Miss Group In The Acquisition Of Cloudnet
Translink's partner in Sweden, Anecta, acted as financial and strategic advisor to Miss Group in their second acquisition in 2022. The acquisition of Cloudnet is a return for Miss Group to the Swedish M&A market.Translink International AG
