In the third quarter of 2024, the Finnish M&A market activity remained modest due to the challenging environment. However, as market conditions improve, we forecast a slight increase in Finland’s M&A transaction volumes for the remainder of the year, followed by further growth from 2025 onward.
Key observations from our report:
- M&A activity in Finland remained modest during Q3 2024, following the global trends of declining transaction volumes
- Several strategic reviews were completed, with new processes expected to emerge, indicating future M&A activity
- Pressure for private equity exits is building up, and corporates are shifting their focus from divestitures and spin-offs to mergers and acquisitions
- We are emerging from a downturn, as inflation and interest rates continue to decrease
- As GDP rises and unemployment declines, business confidence is expected to improve, stimulating greater activity in the Finnish M&A market
- In Q3 2024, we witnessed the first IPOs of 2024 in Finland
- Improving market conditions and lower market volatility are expected to reopen the IPO window in Finland
Contact us
Ilkka Simula
Partner, Transaction Services Leader & Private Equity Leader, PwC Finland
Tel: +358 (0)20 787 8522
Sari Elonheimo
Partner, Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Services, PwC Finland
Tel: +358 (0)20 787 7289
