Abstract
Overview
Introduction
Our analysis will highlight key trends in technology finance and will give you
an understanding of which technology sectors are experiencing the most
activity, and which type of investor, advisor and legal specialists are
playing the most significant roles. This detailed analysis of the finance
behind the tech industry is now critical if one is to understand the future
shape of the market for IT.
Scope
- Covers global markets, including North America, EMEA and the emerging
markets in APAC and Latin America
- Covers mergers and acquisitions, public offerings (both IPO and secondary
offerings) and venture finance
- Includes a detailed appendix covering top legal advisors, financial
advisors, top private equity firms, and top venture capital firms
Report Highlights
Deal value declined in February 2008, marked by the absence of mega deals
The credit squeeze resulted in enterprises paring down underperforming
operations
IT and telecom service providers emerged as attractive acquisition targets
Reasons to Purchase
- Track major deals among your competitors and plan your acquisition
strategy accordingly
- Understand which sectors in the technology industry have proven the most
attractive to investors, and identify the key deal makers