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From 2020 to 2025, the e-commerce industry witnessed a sharp rise in Shopify agency M&A. More than sixty publicly announced deals reshaped how service partners support merchants, DTC brands, and venture-backed online businesses. Buyers ranged from global consultancies to private-equity roll-ups, each seeking talent, new markets, and recurring revenue. This report explains why valuations sit […]

Deep dive into SaaS valuations, exploring public market trends and trends in M&A transactions

The Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) sector has emerged as a strategic focus for private equity and corporate acquirers seeking exposure to regulated, recurring, and increasingly digital infrastructure. TIC companies, serving industries from food safety to clean energy and artificial intelligence, now intersect with regulatory compliance, supply chain resilience, and operational transparency. We analyzed over […]

Timing is everything when it comes to selling a technology company. Even a great business can fetch a disappointing price if sold during a market lull, while a mediocre one might command a premium in a frothy market. For mature tech company owners contemplating a sell-side M&A process, choosing when to sell is as critical […]

Tech investors have witnessed AI valuations rise significantly since late 2022, while the Aventis AI Index analyzes market pricing across the AI value chain, highlighting broader gains beyond major tech firms.

The global TIC industry, valued over $200 billion, underpins international trade by ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. It is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and rising sustainability demands.