AI in due diligence: a faster engine and a new object of scrutiny
AI in due diligence means using artificial intelligence to review contracts, detect financial anomalies and assess risk far faster than manual review — while the target’s own AI has itself become a key object of that review. Due diligence has long been the most labour-intensive phase of any M&A transaction. In 2026 it is also […]
M&A in the logistics and transport sector: trends and realities in Spain 2026
The logistics and transport sector in Spain is undergoing an unprecedented consolidation phase. After a highly active 2025, the beginning of 2026 confirms that M&A is not only a potential exit route, but the main tool for achieving scale, integrating cutting-edge technology, and complying with strict ESG regulations. In our latest report, we break down […]
The return of the megadeal: The biggest M&A transactions of 2026 (so far)
After a cautious period, the global Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) market in 2026 has marked a decisive return to the megadeal. In fact, the first five months of the year have delivered a wave of transformative transactions, with several exceeding the $50 billion mark and one specifically rewriting the record books for the largest acquisition […]
Maximizing price through cross-border strategy: The highest price is never found next door
Every business owner who has devoted decades to building a company deserves to know one fundamental truth before entering a sale process. The buyer who will pay the most for your business is statistically unlikely to be operating in your backyard. In fact, your most logical local buyer—the direct competitor down the road—is rarely the […]
Information: The invisible barrier to cross-border M&A
Looking at cross-border M&A more broadly, North American companies drew greater foreign investment, largely driven by larger deal sizes. The total value of cross-border M&A surged 62% year over year. However, the number of deals slipped by 3.5%. Many wonder why there are so few cross-border M&A deals, given that local markets are often small […]