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UK public M&A – return of share-for-share offers

JD Supra: Mergers

In 2024 we have seen a significant increase in listed corporate bidders offering their equity to target company shareholders in UK public M&A deals, including on offers made by non-UK listed companies. That is a significant increase on the number of such deals in 2023 and the highest number in the last 5. By: A&O Shearman

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From risk to relief: PE firm avoids prosecution with swift disclosure

JD Supra: Mergers

This case – the first instance in which DOJ declined to prosecute an acquiring company under the M&A Safe Harbor Policy unveiled in October 2023 – illustrates the benefits of prompt voluntary self-disclosure for private equity firms.

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Regional snapshots for antitrust enforcement fines in 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

billion, a significant increase from 2023. Americas - Antitrust enforcement fines in the Americas were USD162 million, a decrease from 2023. APAC - Antitrust enforcement fines in APAC were USD258 m, a decrease from 2023. APAC - Antitrust enforcement fines in APAC were USD258 m, a decrease from 2023.

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Impact of German Court's Disclosure Obligations Ruling on Corporate and Financing Transactions

JD Supra: Mergers

The German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) clarified in a ruling on September 15, 2023 (V ZR 77/22) that sellers may not rely only on the information they put in a data room when fulfilling their disclosure obligations towards a buyer or investor. By: Dechert LLP

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Continued Growth in Software and IT Services M&A Expected in 2025

Solganick & Co.

December 20, 2024 – The software and IT services M&A market has seen a rebound in 2024 after a dip in 2023, with a focus on smaller transactions and strategic acquisitions. AI and Automation: Increased investment in AI and automation technologies is expected to drive M&A activity in these sectors.

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Internet of Things (IoT) Software and Technology Services M&A Expected to Increase in 2025

Solganick & Co.

billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD $671.4 Consolidation for end-to-end platforms Many providers are pursuing M&A to build out comprehensive, end-to-end IoT platforms. The IoT sector has seen a fair amount of M&A activity in the past six months. The global enterprise IoT market revenue rose to USD $600.8

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IoT Software and Technology Services M&A Update, 2H 2024

Solganick & Co.

billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD $671.4 As the IoT software and technology services market continues to evolve, M&A activity is expected to remain a critical strategy for companies looking to enhance their capabilities, expand market reach, and achieve synergies in an increasingly competitive digital landscape.

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