Wednesday, November 07, 2007

M&A Outlook 2008: Energy & Healthcare

M&A Outlook 2008: Energy spotlight

Energy has long been one of the largest concerns of the global economy, and with oil prices soaring, unrest in the Middle East and the rise of China, the importance of M&A among energy companies is likely to increase in importance in 2008. Read More.

M&A Outlook 2008: Healthcare spotlight

During the first three quarters of 2007, a total of 722 deals were announced in the healthcare industry worth a combined total of $173 billion, according to investment researcher Irving Levin Associates Inc. The firm notes it now seems unlikely that this year's dollar amount will surpass the record-breaking $267.1 billion reached in 2006. Read More.

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