Global technology M&A update 1Q09 - Ernst & Young - Global

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What’s affecting technology M&A transaction volumes and deal valuations? From identifying risks and opportunities to understanding the current investment trends, we invite you to gain from our global perspective every quarter.

Global technology M&A update: July–September 2009
Mirroring the “long, slow recovery” economists anticipated, global technology industry M&A activity increased for the second consecutive quarter. The latest cycle of disruptive technologies, economic pressure that limits organic growth and rising valuations are also pointing to modest growth over the next few quarters. Gain further insights from our quarterly report.

Global technology M&A update: April–June 2009
Signs of macroeconomic stability, rising equity markets and abundant opportunity helped drive up technology M&A activity in the second quarter of 2009, compared with the first. Still, the question remains: Is technology M&A returning to long-term growth or bumping along the bottom of a trough? Some trends suggest M&A activity could increase in the second half of 2009. See our quarterly update to decide for yourself.

Global technology M&A update: January-March 2009
The technology industry remains turbulent and world-changing. Although macroeconomic forces have temporarily depressed deal numbers and values, we expect M&A activity to bottom out and growth to return later this year. In fact, valuations may be low enough, globally, for bargain-hunting, consolidation plays and strategic acquisitions to drive the rest of 2009. Discover which trends emerged in our 1Q09 quarterly update for corporate and PE deals.

Global technology M&A update: July–December 2008
If there’s any doubt how macroeconomic conditions affect technology M&A transaction volumes and deal valuations, the precipitous drop in the second half of 2008 should put it to rest. Still, companies need transactions to grow, to meet customers’ demands and to gain access to the leading technology — wherever it is in the world. Find out what it takes to be successful in this environment.

Technology M&A update: January-June 2008
After a strong start, the impact of credit-market woes on the economy appear to be diminishing technology merger and acquisition (M&A) volumes and deal values for both corporate and private equity (PE) buyers. Gain from our global perspective and six-month view of M&A activity in the technology industry. Also, see our highlights on M&A trends and issues, deal volume and key factors driving the industry.