Technology Finance Monthly Analysis - January 2008

Table of Contents

• DATAMONITOR VIEW
  • CATALYST
  • SUMMARY
• ANALYSIS
  • While M&A volume increased in January 2008, the overall value declined
  • Mega deals signed in the database and enterprise search market in January 2008
  • While VCs increased investments in Europe & the Asia Pacific region, they maintained their focus on North America
  • Partnerships in emerging markets continue to be focused on telecommunication services
  • Private placements boom in the Asia Pacific region
• APPENDIX
  • Definitions
  • Ask the analyst
  • Datamonitor consulting
  • Disclaimer
  • List of Figures
    • Figure 1: M&A Deal Volume Trend across Geographies* (August 2007 - January 2008)
    • Figure 2: M&A Deal Volume Trend across Technology Sectors (August 2007 - January 2008)