Q2 2024 – QUARTERLY M&A MARKET RECAP
- Global Industrial Manufacturing M&A transaction volume decreased in Q2-24 compared to Q2-23, as total transactions fell 4.8% to 277. However, M&A transactions on a Jun-24 TTM basis remain in line with 2023 totals, coming in at 1,154 compared to 1,156 in 2023.
- U.S. Industrial Manufacturing M&A deal activity experienced a 26.5% decline to 75 transactions in Q2-24 compared to Q2-23. The decline in US private equity M&A activity to just above the lows of 2023 indicates a delayed recovery in industrial manufacturing. However, there are signs that private equity activity is likely to pick up in the second half of 2024, as interest rates are expected to decline and businesses focus on enhancing their operating performance compared to previous years.
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Transportation & Logistics M&A Pulse – Q2 2024
In Q2 2024, US Transportation and Logistics (“T&L”) M&A activity matched Q2 2023 levels, closing 32 transactions.
Distribution M&A Pulse – Q2 2024
Global Distribution M&A finished Q2 2024 with 193 closed transactions, a 14.2% increase from Q1 2024. Q2 2024 activity stayed steady relative to the same quarter in 2023, closing just three less transactions in the comparable period.
Industrial Manufacturing M&A Pulse – Q1 2024
The Industrial Manufacturing industry is experiencing a notable upturn in valuations as companies rebound from a sluggish 2023.
Transportation & Logistics M&A Pulse – Q1 2024
The transportation and logistics sector is experiencing renewed strength, driven by easing inflation, improving financial conditions, and stabilizing supply chains.
Distribution M&A Pulse – Q1 2024
The distribution sector is experiencing renewed confidence, driven by improving financial conditions, easing inflation, and anticipated interest rate reductions.