India's M&A market continues to demonstrate resilience and growth in 2026, with mid-market transactions emerging as the most active segment. Private equity inflows and strategic acquisitions are reshaping sectors from fintech to manufacturing.
Current Market Trends
Deal volumes in the ₹50 crore – ₹500 crore range have grown 34% year-on-year. Sectors driving this growth include healthcare, technology services, logistics, and renewable energy.
Valuation Benchmarks
EBITDA multiples for mid-market technology companies currently range from 8x–14x. Manufacturing businesses with strong IP are commanding premiums of 20–30% over sector averages.
Due Diligence Focus Areas
Buyers in 2026 are paying heightened attention to ESG compliance, related-party transactions, and data privacy frameworks — areas that can significantly affect deal pricing and structure.
How SK & Associates Can Help
Our M&A team provides end-to-end advisory including financial due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, and post-merger integration. Contact us to explore opportunities.
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