H1 2024 saw European M&A market growth surpass pre-pandemic levels with 849 new deals, a 57.3% rise in value. Asia's M&A volume rose 33.7%, though values slightly decreased. In the Americas, tech M&A led in the US with 980 deals, and telecom values increased significantly. 

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Key insights include:

Americas

• 980 tech M&A deals in the first six months of 2024
• Telecom values soared from $16bn to $26.96bn YoY
• Strategic buyers dominated over three-quarters of deals, highlighting a trend toward synergy

Europe:

• 57.3% rise in deal value, surpassing pre-pandemic levels
• 849 new deals marking 57.3% rise in value on the previous half year

Asia:

• 33.7% increase in volume
• Slight dip in value from $48.68bn to $46.94bn