Strong Growth in Global Dermatology & Cosmetics Industry
Why Global Investors Are Turning to Cosmetology? The global Beauty and Personal Care market is experiencing a remarkable transformation, making it one of the most attractive sectors for M&A activity in 2024 and beyond. In a newly released sector report, Fernando Cabos, Eugenia Cabeza Tejera, and Javier Zarraonandia from ALBIA | IMAP, Fusiones y Adquisiciones […]
Capstone Partners Reports: Environmental Health & Safety M&A Activity Increases Year-Over-Year
The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) sector has been swiftly influenced by the recent economic headwinds from tariffs and inflation. The US administration’s imposition of tariffs on imports from countries like China, Canada, and Mexico has raised import costs and escalation in trade protectionism is expected to increase inflation, with the fallout’s effects witnessed across […]
Deal Summary Q1 2025
January – March 2025 IMAP Partner Global M&A Perspectives & Forecasts Mexico In 2025, M&A activity is expected to face challenges as deals take longer to close. Investors are more cautious due to U.S. tariffs and stricter controls on Chinese imports, impacting key sectors like automotive, electronics, and textiles. Investors are more cautious due to […]
When will we get BACK TO THE FUTURE (if there is a way back)?
When I look at everything that’s going on in the world these days: authoritarians returning to power, starting with Trump in the U.S. with his protectionist trade policies (a term that no Economics student had heard of since the 1990s), Putin in Russia, invading neighboring countries in Europe (and getting away with it), an impending […]
IMAP DEALBOOK 2024
The IMAP Dealbook provides an annual overview of global transactions across various sectors and regions. In the 2023-2024 edition, we highlight the deals completed between the first quarter of 2023 and the second quarter of 2024. In 2023, IMAP dealmakers successfully closed 231 transactions, with a total value exceeding $9 billion. With over 50 years […]
IMAP’s Fall 2024 Analyst & Associate Meeting: Building Tomorrow’s M&A Leaders
IMAP is committed to nurturing top talent and fostering collaboration across its global partnership, and this year’s Fall 2024 Analyst & Associate Meeting in Hamburg, Germany, exemplified this mission. Nearly 70 analysts and associates from 22 countries came together for two action-packed days designed to develop their professional skills and strengthen international relationships. Day one […]
Strategic Internationalization: Navigating Benefits and Challenges
Internationalization represents a pivotal strategy for companies aiming to access new markets, enhance diversification, enrich human capital, accelerate innovation, and extend brand presence beyond domestic borders. Despite its clear advantages, this process is accompanied by a range of challenges and obstacles that demand expert guidance for successful execution. Internationalization initiatives are inherently unique, shaped by […]
Trends Shaping M&A Activity in North America and Latam in Q1-Q3 2024
Take a look at our new video in which we uncover the key trends that shaped M&A activity in the first three quarters of 2024. Find out what the following IMAP partners have to say about sector growth, emerging opportunities, and market dynamics in the region:
Nearshoring Boom Poised to Drive M&A Growth in Mexico’s Manufacturing and Infrastructure Sectors
As global supply chains shift, nearshoring in Mexico has reached unprecedented levels, positioning the country as a critical manufacturing hub for US markets. Production once centered in China is now moving closer to home, creating unparalleled opportunities for mid-sized manufacturing companies and driving urgent demand for infrastructure investments in energy, transportation, and water systems. In […]
IMAP Germany Automotive & Mobility Sector Report 2024 | Carve-outs
We are excited to share the latest edition of the IMAP Germany Automotive & Mobility Sector Report 2024. This comprehensive report provides valuable insights into M&A dynamics across the evolving automotive sector, with a special focus on carve-out transactions and the strategic shifts driving the industry. The automotive and mobility industry are currently facing significant […]