Episode description

Financial acquirers are a dominant force in Tech M&A today. With cash to spend, aggressive deal teams and actively acquisitive portfolio companies, all technology company owners and executives must understand the role of Private Equity in today's M&A landscape.

Our research team has prepared a special report on Private Equity M&A activity in 2024 and a look at the deals in the first month of 2025.

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Corum's Tech M&A Monthly is a regular webcast series for software company owners, executives and CEOs. Each month, Corum Group, the world's leading M&A firm for software and related technology companies, examines the world of Tech M&A. In addition, Tech M&A Monthly includes special reports on buyers, markets and the M&A process itself. This thirty-minute webcast is a must for owners and CEOs considering Tech M&A, whether now or in the future.

Takeaways

• Saying no to the first offer can lead to better deals.
• Running a professional global search process maximizes company value.
• The tech M&A market is competitive with over $6 trillion in dry powder.
• Upcoming events include multiple market updates and boot camps.
• Recent acquisitions highlight the growing importance of tech solutions in various sectors.
• The Corum Index shows a diverse buyer universe with significant international deal-making.
• Private equity plays a crucial role in the tech M&A landscape today.
• Strong management teams and company culture are vital for M&A success.
• Vertical software and industry-specific solutions are trending in 2025.
• The Tech M&A Masterclass offers valuable insights for tech CEOs and founders.