M&A

M&A, divestitures and JVs can fuel growth. A clear strategy, sourcing the right deal, sound diligence and smooth integration are crucial.




Our latest M&A thinking

M&A activity insights: November 2024

Read the latest Merger Monthly, with insights on recent US M&A activity insights and what to expect as we look ahead.

M&A outlook shows firming US 2025 deal market activity

Based on economic and market indicators, the EY-P Deal Barometer — our M&A outlook — forecasts a steady boost in deal volume.

Macro Bites: M&A deal activity in 2024’s nuanced macroeconomic environment

A nuanced macroeconomic environment provides opportunities for increased M&A deal activity in 2024.

Why Europe’s CEOs are confident but cautious, pushing AI and pausing ESG

The latest EY European CEO Outlook survey finds country variation in resilience, but solid AI strategy remains elusive for many. Read more.

The Navigator: perspectives on financial services M&A

Financial institutions are building competitive advantage through M&A. Read on to learn more.

How cloud can drive value in M&A transactions

A robust strategy can bring value to both buyers and sellers throughout the M&A lifecycle. Read more.

How bolder CEOs take charge to shape their future with confidence

EY CEO confidence index assesses CEO sentiment across sector growth, price and inflation, business growth, talent, and investment and technology. Read more

Building a corporate unicorn

Learn how to approach digital business by building a unicorn with a venture mindset and succeed with your digital investment.

Dealmaking amid uncertain monetary cycles: Lessons from history

The key to proactive dealmaking lies in past trends and in innovative approaches to navigate future economic shifts. Learn more.

Banking M&A Quick Takes: merger of equals

Banks are considering mergers with similar-sized institutions to create more resilient entities. Learn more about banking M&A trends.

Tech M&A Quick Takes: Plan early for M&A integration strategy

In the Tech M&A Quick Takes video, EY leaders discuss the year of growth, M&A integration strategy and value drivers. Watch the video to learn more.

    Watch now: How AI can unlock value in M&A transactions

    Mitch Berlin, EY Americas Vice Chair, Strategy and Transactions, shares how AI can bring speed and scale to the M&A process.

    Sector M&A insights

    How to be a savvy technology M&A dealmaker

    The EY-Parthenon Technology Corporate Development Survey confirms seven key traits of companies that succeed with mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Read more.

    Energy M&A Quick Takes: How companies are transforming deal structures

    In the Energy M&A Quick Takes video, EY leaders discuss oil and gas consolidation, and integrations that require more due diligence.

    Private Equity Pulse: key takeaways from Q3 2024

    The PE Pulse is a quarterly report that provides data and insights on private equity market activity and trends. Read the latest report.

    How ecosystems can help fill the life sciences innovation gap

    An expanded ecosystem can help life sciences companies replenish their pipelines ahead of a looming patent cliff. Read our report.

    Is there more than one path toward long-term value?

    An evolving portfolio strategy is integral to generating returns and competing in the energy transition. How can companies make no regret decisions?

    How the right M&A can help hospital CEOs cure shrinking margins

    M&A is an important tool for US hospitals to address increasing costs and the continuing pressure to reduce reimbursements.

      M&A case studies

      How an acquisition helped Orifarm prepare a prescription for growth 

      EY teams help founder-run Orifarm, a Danish pharmaceuticals company, embark on the path to transformation.

      Case study: How a Nordic SaaS player unlocked potential in a global lockdown

      A bold strategy and deep, multi-disciplined M&A experience turned “it can’t be done” into a sale that facilitated outstanding outcomes. Learn more.

      How the right buyer helped a family grow global plant-based food production

      Innovation in plant-based meat could have a major role in promoting healthier food alternatives and sustainable environmental practices.

        Growth strategy through M&A

        How M&A revenue synergies can sweeten digital transactions

        EY-Parthenon research shows digital deals that focus on revenue synergies can lead to higher valuations and premiums.

        Three important digital M&A product strategy questions for the c-suite

        Product development can be transformed with digital M&A if leaders articulate how technology and innovation leads to growth and value. Read our insights.

        The new corporate strategy playing field

        Corporate strategy is being upended by new stakeholders, competitors and the need to quickly add differentiating capabilities.

        Three ways c-suite execs can enhance digital M&A commercial strategy

        Learn how traditional companies acquiring digital assets can embrace and interact with digital natives and can create outsized returns

        Digital M&A valuation: How CFOs and CDOs can get it right

        Investors can use unique digital M&A valuation tools during due diligence to reduce overpayment risk.

        How bolder CEOs take charge to shape their future with confidence

        EY CEO confidence index assesses CEO sentiment across sector growth, price and inflation, business growth, talent, and investment and technology. Read more

          M&A integration insights

          Key steps CIOs can take to supercharge an M&A technology integration

          Prepare for an M&A technology integration by upgrading your methodology.

          Three ways a data clean room can help you realize M&A synergies faster

          The three main benefits to using an M&A deal clean room. Read our report.

          Four talent challenges in digital M&A culture integration

          Tech company acquisitions may include talent: founders, engineers and technologists whose knowledge can drive digital M&A culture integration. Learn more.

          How rapid M&A IT integration can cut costs and boost M&A cybersecurity

          M&A IT integration strategies can speed up deal synergies, reduce costs and free capital for growth and value creation. Read more

          What drives one-time M&A integration costs and how to estimate them

          Do you know what drives acquisition costs? Learn more.







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