Abstract
Introduction
Ongoing market developments, particularly in terms of liberalization, have
resulted in continued energy sector M&A. Datamonitor' s monthly Financial Deal
Insights series provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of this activity
in the energy and utilities sector. It offers a unique insight into both deal
activity, deal rationale and the market fundamentals driving the sector.
Scope
Insight into recent M&A activity in the energy and utilities sector throughout
the world. Detailed understanding of the market context behind factors driving
both the sector as a whole and individual deals. An overview of deal trends on
a historical basis and the progress of individual deals as they happen.
Highlights
The Energy and Utilities sector recorded 163 M&A deals during January, a
decrease of 11% on a month-on-month basis Record oil prices mean that the
current outlook for energy sector M&A activity remains buoyant Public
offerings continued to decline due to economic slowdown in the US and Europe
and volatility in capital markets
Reasons to Purchase
Understand current energy and utility sector M&A dynamics Gain insight into
factors driving individual deals and the sector as a whole Keep track of deal
developments throughout the sector.