Cross-border M&A faces unprecedented geopolitical headwinds that threaten deals before and after closing. A recent case saw the French government block the sale of Photonis, a French defence technology company, to a US buyer, Teledyne, citing national security concerns.
Translink Corporate Finance is pleased to announce the appointment of Leandro Rosado as its Chief Executive Officer. He assumes the role from his previous position as Chief Operations Officer (COO), bringing with him extensive operational experience and a global perspective.
The Translink Corporate Finance IT Services Valuation Index for Q1 2025 reveals a sector navigating a complex landscape shaped by persistent macroeconomic headwinds and evolving technological demands. While FY24 presented a “mixed bag” of fortunes across the different sub-sectors, the IT Services market demonstrated notable resilience, particularly in the latter half of the year, setting a cautiously optimistic tone for FY25.
Statista recently reported that India has become an attractive mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market. The data platform projects that M&A transaction value in this region will reach US$44.86 billion in 2025, with the average transaction amounting to US$105.52 million.
Translink Corporate Finance, a global leader in cross-border mid-market M&A advisory, has created a specialised Business Services industry group. Comprising a diverse global team of seasoned M&A experts with deep sector knowledge, Translink is ideally placed to guide clients through this rapidly evolving M&A landscape.
The healthcare sector remains one of the most active in terms of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), demonstrating resilience and strategic innovation even in the face of evolving market conditions. According to the latest Translink Corporate Finance M&A Healthcare Insights report, 2024 continued to see robust transaction activity, despite a slight decline in deal volumes compared to the previous year.
The global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape is poised for a robust 2025, driven by rapid technological advancements, increasing sustainability demands, shifting economic dynamics, and evolving consumer preferences. Drawing upon in-depth analyses from sector experts, Translink Corporate Finance has identified key industry-wide trends that signal a dynamic shift in deal structures, valuations, and strategic priorities as businesses adapt to this rapidly changing global environment.
Emerging markets have become key destinations for cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as companies from developed economies seek growth beyond saturated markets. These regions offer significant opportunities but also present unique challenges that require careful navigation.
SaaS deal activity surged 25.9% year-on-year, with 6,691 deals making 2024 the second-highest year in the past six years. Our latest Translink SaaS Valuation Index highlights stable valuations, shifting regional trends, and the growing impact of AI on the sector.
Total SaaS deals in 2024 reached 6 691, a 25.9% increase from 5 312 deals in 2023 – making it the second-highest year for deal activity in the past six years. The Q4 2024 findings from Translink Corporate Finance confirm continued investor interest in SaaS, with 1 608 deals completed in the quarter, up 3.86% year-on-year.
