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In this exclusive report, we examine the state of M&A activity in the media industry as a whole and by sub-sector..

Although activity has remained relatively strong in the sector, it has also been somewhat slow as dealmakers face challenges such as geopolitical uncertainty and economic upheaval. Private equity activity, for example, has been particularly slow to recover.

However, the underlying fundamentals of the sector are strong and there are several indications that media M&A activity could see a real resurgence in 2025.

In our in-depth look at mergers and acquisitions in the media sector, we explore how sub-sectors ranging from digital media and content creation to publishing and broadcasting are setting the stage for a wave of activity in 2025 .

We also examine:
– The state of activity so far in 2024
– Headwinds which limited the conclusion of transactions
– How traditional media formats are using mergers and acquisitions to adapt to a digital world
– How private equity and international buyers could boost M&A
– Emerging risks buyers should be wary of

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