M&A Market Reports
Read our latest insights on the M&A Market for buying and selling businesses.
M&A Market Report: Marketing and Digital Agencies in 2026, AI Fear, Real Buyers, Real Deals
Marketing agencies are still selling in 2026, but buyers have changed what they reward. This report explains current deal activity, valuation ranges, active buyers, and how AI affects agency value.
M&A Market Report: Bookkeeping and Accounting Firms in 2026, The Recurring Revenue Land Grab
Accounting firm M&A reached record levels in 2025 and continues to climb in 2026. This report explains what buyers want, how practices are valued, and why recurring bookkeeping and advisory revenue command attention.
M&A Market Report: MSPs and IT Services in 2026, Why Recurring Tech Revenue Keeps Commanding Premiums
MSPs remain among the most sought-after businesses in technology services, but buyers are increasingly selective about revenue quality. This 2026 market report covers who is buying, what drives valuation, and why contractual monthly recurring revenue commands a premium.
M&A Market Report: SaaS and Vertical Software in 2026, Deals Below the Headlines
SaaS deal volume is at a record pace, but buyers are more selective. This report explains what lower-middle-market buyers want, how they value founder-owned software companies, and why vertical SaaS remains in demand.
M&A Market Report: Home Care and Senior Living in 2026, Demographics Driving Deal Flow
The aging population and preference for care at home continue to drive buyer interest across home care and senior services. This 2026 market report covers M&A activity, valuation drivers, active buyers, and how owners can prepare for a sale.
M&A Market Report: Fire Protection and Life Safety in 2026, The Quiet Roll-Up Everyone Wants In On
Code-mandated inspections make fire protection one of the most defensible recurring revenue models in the trades. This 2026 market report covers fire and life safety valuations, buyer demand, and exit preparation.
M&A Market Report: Restoration and Remediation in 2026, Insurance-Backed Demand Meets Consolidation
Insurance-backed, non-discretionary demand keeps restoration companies on buyer target lists. This 2026 market report covers restoration valuations, the consolidation landscape, and how owners prepare to sell.
M&A Market Report: Plumbing Businesses in 2026, Why Buyers Are Paying Up for the Trades
Consolidators that started in HVAC are now competing hard for plumbing companies. This 2026 market report covers who is buying, what drives plumbing valuations, and how owners can position for a premium exit.
M&A Market Report: Commercial Cleaning and Janitorial in 2026, Recurring Revenue Buyers Love
Contract-based janitorial revenue is exactly what facility services buyers underwrite against. This 2026 market report covers commercial cleaning valuations, the buyer landscape, and how owners prepare for a premium exit.
HVAC M&A Market Report 2026: Consolidation, Multiples, and Buyer Demand
The HVAC industry remains one of the most active M&A markets in the trades. This 2026 report covers the consolidation wave, buyer types, valuation drivers, and how HVAC owners can prepare for a premium exit.
M&A Market Report: Medical Spas and Aesthetic Clinics in 2026, Cash-Pay Healthcare Buyers Want
Medical aesthetics keeps outgrowing the rest of consumer healthcare. This 2026 market report covers med spa and aesthetic clinic valuations, the MSO and PE buyer landscape, and how practice owners prepare for a premium exit.
M&A Market Report: Roofing and Exterior Services in 2026, From Storm Chasers to Platform Deals
Private equity discovered roofing later than HVAC, and the catch-up is happening fast. This 2026 market report covers roofing valuations, buyer demand, and what separates premium exits from storm-chaser discounts.
M&A Market Report: Physiotherapy and Rehab Clinics in 2026, Multi-Site Buyers and Clinic Roll-Ups
Rehab is consolidating. This 2026 market report covers physiotherapy and multi-disciplinary clinic valuations, who is buying, and how clinic owners reduce practitioner dependency before a sale.
M&A Market Report: Remote Businesses in 2026, Where the Real Opportunity Sits Now
The digital nomad hype has faded, but the buyers have not. This 2026 market report looks at where remote and digital-first businesses actually sell, what buyers underwrite, and how owners should position for a stronger process.
M&A Market Report: Dermatology and Skincare Clinics in 2026, Where Medical Stability Meets Cash-Pay Growth
The U.S. dermatology and skincare industry is thriving in 2025, thanks to rising skin health awareness and surging demand for cosmetic treatments. This hybrid healthcare model offers clinical stability and luxury upsells, making it a prime acquisition target.
Learn key trends, revenue benchmarks, and what to watch before buying.
M&A Market Report: Managed IT Services (MSP) Industry: Unraveling the IT Services Web
Explore why the U.S. IT Services industry is booming, from managed services to cybersecurity. Learn how digital transformation, smart devices, and AI advancements are fueling massive growth and why now is the perfect time for entrepreneurs and investors to enter this thriving market.
M&A Market Report: Acquiring Marketing Agencies - Smart Move in 2025?
Marketing agencies in Canada are increasingly attractive acquisitions thanks to recurring revenue, asset-light operations, and scalable service models. In this deep dive, we break down industry trends, financial benchmarks, and what buyers should look for before acquiring a Canadian agency in 2025.
M&A Market Report: Caring for Growth: Canada’s Senior Living and Home Care Boom 🏡
Canada’s booming senior care sector offers a prime opportunity for investors. Discover key trends, financial insights, and why the home healthcare market is poised for major growth.
M&A Industry Report: The Business of Beauty: Is the Medical Spa Industry a Smart Investment?
Thinking of buying a medical spa? With high margins, low overhead, and booming demand for non-invasive treatments, med spas are one of the hottest sectors in health and wellness. Discover if this beauty-meets-business investment is right for you, with trends, financials, and real deal insights.
M&A Industry Report: Gas Stations: Your Shortcut to Wealth? ⛽️
Gas stations are evolving into full-service hubs with major investment potential. From fuel sales to EV charging and convenience retail, this guide explores North America's gas station industry, profitability, and key trends. Discover whether investing in a gas station could be your shortcut to long-term wealth. ⛽💸