Corporate Finance Associates

https://lnkd.in/gGjj6Fgg The report below gives a good overview of the Winter 2024 M&A activity in the Healthcare & Life Sciences Industry Sector. The 12th edition of the annual EY M&A Firepower report, which monitors global M&A investment in the life sciences sector, highlights the industry's resurgence in M&A activity driven by various factors. These include pressures on topline growth, impending patent expirations of key products within the next five years (referred to as the "patent cliff"), and the urgency to strike strategic deals to ensure sustained revenue growth and value creation. #healthcare #lifesciences

https://lnkd.in/g2Qycqbc The report below gives a good overview of the Winter 2024 M&A activity in the Aerospace, Defense & Government Industry Sector. In the commercial aerospace sector, a resurgence of activity is evident among suppliers of intricate connectivity subsystems and components to major aircraft manufacturers such as Boeing and Airbus. These manufacturers are gradually resuming their production ramp-up of commercial aircraft, signaling a wave of optimism throughout the commercial aerospace supply chain. This renewed optimism extends to both production-oriented and aftermarket-oriented businesses, following years of disruption. #aerospace #defense #government #aviation

https://lnkd.in/gFqRpxba The report below gives a good overview of the Winter 2024 M&A activity in the Metal Fabrication Industry Sector. Metal fabrication encompasses the transformation of raw metalwork pieces into structured assemblies, constituting a value-added process employing various techniques such as welding, machining, forming, and cutting. The global Metal Fabrication market is anticipated to witness substantial growth, increasing from USD 7.96 billion in 2023 to USD 9.57 billion by 2029, reflecting a CAGR of 3.1% during the forecast period. #metal #metalfabrication

https://lnkd.in/gz4neZAK The report below gives a good overview of the Winter 2024 M&A activity in the Financial Services/Fintech Industry Sector. The financial services industry has navigated a complex landscape in recent years, encountering increased regulatory scrutiny, digital disruption, and the emergence of new competitors, all against the backdrop of historically low interest rates. Despite facing liquidity challenges and occasional bank failures in recent months, the industry now appears to be benefiting from a more favorable environment. #finance #financialservices #fintech

https://lnkd.in/gask5zzB The report below gives a good overview of the Winter 2024 M&A activity in the Consumer Retail Industry Sector. As of April 2023, the global retail market reached a valuation of $28.3 billion, experiencing growth from $26.2 billion in 2022, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%, as reported by AI research company ReportLinker in its 2023 Retail Global Market Report. Projections from the same report suggest that the global retail market is poised to further expand, reaching $37.7 billion by 2027. #consumerretail #consumer #retail

https://lnkd.in/g4jac8q7 The report below gives a good overview of the Winter 2024 M&A activity in the Food and Beverage Industry Sector. The food and beverage industry is currently undergoing a remarkable metamorphosis, characterized by emerging trends poised to significantly influence consumer demand in the foreseeable future. According to a report by Markets and Markets, this transformative landscape is shaped by the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning, alongside a growing emphasis on alternative food sources, sustainable practices, and hyperlocal sourcing. #food #beverage #foodandbeverage

https://lnkd.in/gkQiGfFU The report below gives a good overview of the Winter 2024 M&A activity in the Business Services Industry Sector. Despite global economic challenges, the business services sector exhibits resilience, with a 20% increase in completed deals last year. Within business services, human capital businesses, facilities management companies, and professional services remain attractive for M&A. #businessservices #business

https://lnkd.in/gc-8utTZ The report below gives a good overview of the Winter 2024 M&A activity in the Technology, Media and Telecom Industry Sector. The telecommunications industry is rapidly transforming, driven by the demand for innovative applications such as autonomous vehicles, robotic surgery, and a myriad of seamless digital interactions. These advancements are made possible by significant investments in 5G infrastructure by telecommunications companies, reflecting the industry's dynamic evolution to meet the diverse needs of businesses and consumers. #technology #media #telecom

We are excited to announce the dates for our 2024 Winter Conference. It will once again be held in Atlanta at the Capital City Club, March 21-22. We set aside an entire afternoon and evening to network with selected Private Equity sponsors to our event. CFAW Dealmakers from our offices in North America, Europe and Asia will be in attendance. Becoming a sponsor is a great way to meet everyone at one time in one place.  Our private equity networking afternoon, cocktail reception and dinner sets the stage for building those all-important relationships. We also carve out time for one-on-one meetings. Former sponsors have found our conferences a convenient and meaningful way to get to know CFAW. Most years we see at least one deal struck and completed based interactions at the conference. For information on sponsoring our upcoming event, including the optional golf outing, please reach out to Kim Levin in our corporate office.

https://lnkd.in/gEvknrmX The report below gives a good overview of the Fall 2023 M&A activity in the Aerospace, Defense & Government Industry Sector. Global aerospace manufacturers anticipate a return to pre-2019 passenger traffic levels by late 2023 or early 2024, which could lead to increased production to tackle order backlogs and boost revenue later in 2023. #aerospace #defense #government