Number of deals in the IT services and software market (GER)

Despite a significant decline in (publicly traded) valuations in 2022 compared to the previous year by approximately 30% (see the following chart), the decrease in the number of transactions was less pronounced at 17.8% and 0.5% in the software and IT services sectors, respectively (see the chart). Both strategic and financial investors continue to be acquisitive, making the evaluation of potential M&A options (buy or sell side) essential for every company.

Quelle: Capital IQ, Aquin Recherche