MARCHÉS17 juin 2026· 16 min
European Tech M&A 2026: Valuations, Multiples & Weak Signals
As European tech M&A enters a new cycle, deal multiples are compressing while strategic acquirers gain leverage. This premium analysis decodes current valuation frameworks, identifies 7 weak signals pointing to sector consolidations, and delivers a prioritized playbook for corporate development teams and investors.
SOURCES
[1]PitchBook European Venture & PE Report Q1 2026 — European Tech M&A Transaction Database
[2]Dealroom.co — European Tech Funding and M&A Monitor, 2024–2025 Annual Report
[3]Verdantix — CSRD Software Market Forecast 2025–2027, Published March 2025
[4]European Patent Office (EPO) — Patent Filing Analytics by Technology Sector, 2023–2025
[5]Hg Capital Annual Review 2025 — Professional Services Software Portfolio Performance
[6]European Commission — EU AI Act Implementation Timeline and Conformity Assessment Guidelines, 2025
[7]Goldman Sachs European Technology M&A Outlook 2026, Published January 2026
[8]Vista Equity Partners — Value Creation Framework Documentation and Portfolio Benchmarks