Back to Reports
Market AnalysisFeatured

M&A Market Outlook 2024-2025

Strategic Analysis of Corporate Transactions and Valuation Trends

Comprehensive analysis of the global M&A landscape, examining deal activity, valuation multiples, sector dynamics, and strategic opportunities for mid-market transactions.

Published Jun 15, 2024
28 min read
3.2 MB
10 preview pages
Orient Blackstone Logo
Market Analysis

M&A Market Outlook 2024-2025

Strategic Analysis of Corporate Transactions and Valuation Trends

Jun 15, 2024

Executive Summary

Global M&A activity projected to reach $3.8 trillion in 2024, driven by strategic consolidation, private equity dry powder deployment, and corporate portfolio optimization strategies across key sectors.

Key Findings

1

Mid-market deal activity rebounding with 22% YoY increase in transaction volume

2

Technology and healthcare sectors commanding premium valuations at 12-15x EBITDA multiples

3

Cross-border transactions accelerating as companies pursue geographic diversification

4

Earnout structures increasingly common to bridge valuation gaps in uncertain markets

Table of Contents

Executive SummaryPage 3
Market Overview & Deal ActivityPage 9
Valuation Multiples AnalysisPage 17
Sector Deep DivesPage 26
Cross-Border TransactionsPage 38
Deal Structuring TrendsPage 47
Strategic RecommendationsPage 55

Methodology

Analysis combines data from 2,400+ completed transactions, 180+ executive interviews with corporate development leaders, proprietary valuation modeling, and regression analysis of pricing determinants.

Data Sources:

S&P Capital IQ, PitchBook, Refinitiv, Mergermarket, Primary Research

About the Author

廖(L

廖治华 (Zhihua Liao)

CEO & M&A Strategy Lead

Expert in corporate finance with 10+ years of industry advisory experience.

Download Options

Topics Covered

M&AValuationCorporate FinanceStrategic Transactions

Report Details

Category:Market Analysis
File Size:3.2 MB
Pages:~50 pages
Format:PDF

Need Custom Research?

Get tailored market analysis and strategic insights for your specific business needs.

Contact Our Team