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M&A and PE in Europe: Q2 Results and Forecasts

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The newest edition highlights Q2 2025 M&A and PE trends in Europe

Andersen's Corporate and M&A Service Line launches new edition of European Corporate Insights. The newest edition highlights Q2 2025 M&A and PE trends in Europe, offering key insights into the current landscape.

Dive into the Guide for Key Insights:

  • Deal activity continued to decline, with €168B in M&A and €19B in PE transactions — both showing lower volume than in Q1.
  • Exit activity remains weak, with IPOs and secondary sales delayed amid valuation gaps and market volatility.
  • Sector focus narrowed, with capital concentrating in tech, energy transition, and financial services.
  • Mid-market deals under pressure, though private credit is helping bridge some financing gaps.
  • Emerging geographies: Romania, Ireland and Poland attract growing investor interest.
  • No strong rebound expected in H2 2025 — dealmaking remains slow and highly selective.

You can read the full document here.

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