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ARTICLE · 07 FEBRUARY 2025

Cross Border M&A 2025

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2023 was a year of significant global challenges, including interest rate hikes and ongoing geopolitical conflicts. While 2024 began with optimism for economic growth and increased deal activity, persistent geopolitical tensions kept uncertainties high.

IndiaCorporate/Commercial Law
Rukshad Davar
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PRIOR YEARS – A QUICK PREVIEW

2023 was a year of significant global challenges, including interest rate hikes and ongoing geopolitical conflicts. While 2024 began with optimism for economic growth and increased deal activity, persistent geopolitical tensions kept uncertainties high. Global M&A experienced a modest upward trend in 2024 with a 9.8% increase in deal volume compared to 2023.

India displayed resilience in 2024, achieving a GDP growth rate of 8.2%. Cross-border M&A deals surged by 66% in the first nine (9) months of 2024, with IT, manufacturing and banking sectors leading the inbound M&A activity. IPOs witnessed a surge which enabled exits for private equity investors.

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