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International Report Reveals US$ 230 Billion in M&A by April, Highlighting Strategic Sectors and Brazilian Presence Among Operations
Even With Global Instability, The Acquisition Market Remains Strong
Despite wars in various regions, aggressive tariffs from the United States, and increasing geopolitical tension, the global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market did not cool down in 2025. According to the report published in April by the Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions & Alliances (IMAA), M&A operations totaled US$ 230 billion in just the first four months of the year.
Technology, Oil, and Energy Sectors Dominate The Top Of Investments
According to the international survey, the software, information technology, energy, and oil sectors accounted for nearly half of the total value traded during the period. While software and IT accounted for US$ 74.3 billion in 805 transactions, the energy and oil sector registered US$ 40.7 billion in 232 closed deals. Together, these two sectors accounted for 50% of the total volume of negotiations recorded by April 2025. Additionally, the data shows that large corporations continue to bet on technology and energy as pillars for expansion in 2025.
Acquisitions Reinforce The Movement of Global Giants
In this scenario, the giant Siemens (Germany) acquired Dotmatics (USA) in the technology sector, clearly illustrating the race for innovation. Similarly, Canadian companies advanced into the U.S. energy market: Capital Power bought LS Power, while Brookfield Infrastructure acquired Colonial Pipeline. This makes it evident that even with external pressures, the search for strategic assets remains strong among industry leaders.
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Brazilian Consultancy Enters The Radar and Grows Strongly
While large corporations move globally, Brazil has also entered the game prominently. Zaxo, a national consultancy specialized in M&A, completed three operations in 2024: two purchases, one sale, and one joint venture.
Leonardo Grisotto and Jefferson Nesello, directors of the company, explain that the growth strategy through acquisition has been intensifying, even in the face of so much uncertainty. Moreover, they reveal that the company has reached a pipeline of R$ 600 million in advised values, positioning Zaxo among the leading players in the sector in the country.
“Mergers and acquisitions remain a fundamental strategy for those looking to grow, even in tough times,” said Grisotto.
Consumer Sector Surprises With The Highest Number of Deals
Although the values were lower, the consumer products and services sector recorded the highest volume of transactions during the period. There were 995 operations, which together totaled US$ 33.5 billion.
In this context, the acquisition of Versace by Prada stands out, two iconic Italian luxury fashion brands. In other words, the consumer sector remains relevant, even when compared to high-value sectors like oil and technology.
Biotechnology and Healthcare Maintain Steady Growth
Besides consumption, the healthcare, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology segments also showed strong M&A activity. These sectors totaled 495 transactions, with US$ 35.6 billion transacted between January and April.
Among the most notable cases, Novartis (Switzerland) bought Regulus (USA), and Merck (Germany) acquired the also American SpringWorks. This shows that the healthcare field continues to be attractive to global investors.
Expectations Remain Optimistic for The Second Half of 2025
According to the IMAA, even with armed conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, and Africa, and despite US trade protectionism against China and Europe, mergers continue to happen. Therefore, the trend is that sectors like technology, energy, healthcare, and consumer will maintain the intense pace of negotiations throughout the year. Furthermore, analysts indicate that corporate appetite is likely to grow even more, should the economic scenario improve in the second half.
And you, do you think this movement will remain strong until the end of the year, or that global risks might slow down negotiations?
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