Fashion & Apparel Market Update Q3 2024

This comprehensive report highlights key trends such as the rise of the resale market, increased competition in active lifestyle apparel, and the growing importance of shoppable content.  Additionally, it provides… Read More

Q2 2024 Lincoln European Senior Debt Index

Lincoln International is pleased to release the latest quarterly European Senior Debt Index (ESDI). The ESDI represents years of research and analysis of data and was developed by professionals from… Read More

Q3 2024 Lincoln European Senior Debt Index

Lincoln International LLC (Lincoln) is pleased to release the latest quarterly Lincoln European Senior Debt Index (ESDI). The Lincoln European Senior Debt Index represents years of research and analysis of… Read More

Q3 2024 Lincoln Senior Debt Index

Lincoln International is pleased to release the quarterly Lincoln US Senior Debt Index (Lincoln US Senior Debt Index, Senior Debt Index, or LSDI). The Lincoln US Senior Debt Index represents… Read More

Q3 2024 Lincoln Private Market Index

Lincoln Private Market Index Clocks In Another Quarter Of Growth In Q3 On The Back Of Steady Earnings Performance The Lincoln Private Market Index (LPMI), the only index that tracks… Read More

Food & Beverage Market Update Q3 2024

Looking back at the third quarter, middle market deal flow remained mixed, with a slight uptick in September activity. However, there was no large wave of post Labor Day deal… Read More

EMS Quarterly Review Q3 2024

In Q3 2024, the EMS industry exhibited normalization of inventories, consistent improvement in technology and an uptick in market demand, all of which underscore emerging market optimism. In all, Q3… Read More

Cybersecurity Report: Q3 2024

Q3 2024 continued to see the strengthening of the cybersecurity M&A market observed in the first half of the year, led by the highest quarterly number of M&A transactions in… Read More

Facilities Services Market Update Q3 2024

After a series of declining quarters since 2021, Q3 2024 marks the fourth consecutive quarter of M&A activity growth, with ~7,700 deals closed, according to S&P Global. This represents an… Read More

Packaging Quarterly Review Q3 2024

Foodservice packaging has evolved in recent years to align with consumer preferences while maintaining sustainability throughout the manufacturing process. Consumer preferences have gravitated toward food packaging that reduces the risk… Read More

Information Technology Services Mid-Year 2024 Report

For the first half of 2024, the number of M&A transactions in the global IT Services sector totaled 581, compared to 594 in H2 2023, representing a slight decline of… Read More

Chemicals Quarterly Review Q2 2024

The level of fragmentation in the Building & Infrastructure chemicals market and diverse sub-sub-sectors provides ample opportunity for value creation. By certain estimates, the top 30 players in the construction… Read More

Food & Beverage Market Update Q2 2024

Lincoln International is pleased to release its Q2 2024 Food and Beverage Quarterly Review. Looking back at the second quarter, middle market deal flow saw a steady uptick in April… Read More

Q2 2024 Lincoln Senior Debt Index

The LSDI represents years of research and analysis of data and was developed by professionals from Lincoln’s Valuations & Opinions Group in collaboration with Professor Pietro Veronesi of The University… Read More

Q2 2024 Lincoln Private Market Index

While the Lincoln Private Market Index Increased in the Second Quarter, Private Company Earnings Growth Slowed The Lincoln Private Market Index (LPMI), the only index that tracks changes in the… Read More

EMS Quarterly Review Q2 2024

In Q2 2024, the EMS industry continued to build sector momentum by maintaining a margins-focused strategy. The normalization of inventories, consistent improvement in technology and uptick in market demand underscores… Read More

Cybersecurity Report: Q2 2024

Beset by escalating geopolitical tensions and high interest rates, 2023 saw significant declines in cybersecurity sector deal volume. However, the first half of 2024 has shown a significant turnaround, with… Read More

Packaging Quarterly Review Q2 2024

Over the last several years, the packaging industry has undergone significant transformations driven by rapid advancements in technology. From the introduction of innovative materials and sustainable practices to automation and… Read More

Facilities Services Market Update Q2 2024

After a series of declining quarters since 2021, Q2 2024 marks the third consecutive quarter of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity growth, with ~7,300 deals closed, according to S&P Global.… Read More

Distribution Quarterly Review Q1 2024

Public equities in Q1 2024 continued the positive momentum of Q4 2023, accelerated by impressive earnings releases particularly from the technology and energy sectors that benefited from strong artificial intelligence… Read More

Chemicals Quarterly Review Q1 2024

Despite sticky interest rates and geopolitical tensions heating up in multiple arenas, last year’s rally showed no sign of slowing through Q1 2024. The S&P 500 registered the biggest gains,… Read More

Q1 2024 Lincoln European Senior Debt Index

Lincoln International is pleased to release the latest quarterly Lincoln European Senior Debt Index (ESDI). The ESDI represents years of research and analysis of data and was developed by professionals… Read More

Food & Beverage Market Update Q1 2024

The M&A market remained somewhat challenged during the first quarter; however, we experienced improved dealmaking conditions.

Cybersecurity Report: Year-End 2023 & Q1 2024

In 2023, cybersecurity M&A activity saw a significant decline in both volume and value, reaching its lowest point since 2014, attributed to factors such as high interest rates, inflation and… Read More

EMS Quarterly Review Q1 2024

In Q1 2024, the EMS industry saw increased momentum. The normalization of inventories, cash cycles and consistent improvement in margins underscores emerging market optimism. In all, Q1 2024 saw more… Read More