Q3 2025 M&A Deal Value Surges to $1.26 Trillion
The third quarter of 2025 witnessed a significant surge in global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity, with deal value soaring to $1.26 trillion, the second-highest figure ever recorded for a third quarter. Despite a 16% drop in the number of deals, the average deal size surged by 65% to $141.4 million.
The M&A boom was driven by several factors. Crypto companies and AI-related firms played a pivotal role, fueling the increase in both IPOs and M&A activity. In Europe, large-cap companies began to enter the market, contributing to the rise in IPOs. High-profile IPOs such as StubHub and Klarna helped revive the market, with 987 companies raising $115 billion so far this year.
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange saw the largest IPO of the year, with Zijin Gold International raising $3.2 billion. Cross-border dealmaking also experienced a significant boost, increasing by 44% to $931 billion. Companies are focusing on larger deals to make a substantial impact on shareholders, with a record 49 deals over $10 billion signed so far this year.
Despite a decrease in the number of deals, the third quarter of 2025 saw a remarkable increase in M&A deal value, driven by strategic sectors and a focus on larger transactions. As the year progresses, the global M&A landscape continues to evolve, with companies seeking to make significant impacts through strategic acquisitions.
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