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M&A STATISTICS

PwC’s 2023 Global M&A trends report showed that in total, the UK saw 3,628 deals across 2023 – £46bn worth of UK deals completed in H2 2023 compared to £42bn in H1, bringing the total deal value for the year to £88bn. Energy, Utilities and Resources sectors recorded £18.2bn of M&A activity in 2023 , the highest amount for any individual industry in the UK. In a recent PwC survey, 46% of energy leaders reported they’re planning for acquisition or divestment in the next 12-18 months, to help achieve strategic goals and accelerate investment.

UK Energy, Utilities and Resources M&A was valued at

£18.2bn

in 2023 - the largest of any individual industry

“46% OF ENERGY LEADERS REPORTED THEY’RE PLANNING FOR ACQUISITION OR DIVESTMENT IN THE NEXT 12-18 MONTHS”