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We recently advised Difenda, a Canadian-based, full-stack Managed Security Services provider for Microsoft Security, on their sale to Quorum Cyber, a portfolio company of Charlesbank Capital Partners and Livingbridge. Founded in 2008, Difenda is a leading Microsoft Solutions Partner for Security with a growing customer base across diverse manufacturing, financial services, energy, retail, technology, and healthcare end-markets in Canada and the United States. We look forward to following their future success. https://lnkd.in/eNysuSRr #mergersandacquisitions

Due to an aging population, longer life expectancy, and rising instances of chronic illnesses, more people need new and life-saving drugs, therapies, vaccines, and diagnostics. To better care for these patients, pharmaceutical companies and research institutions continue to innovate. And as a result, multiple business models supporting these endeavors are seeing heightened demand. This article shares why the life science tools and diagnostics segment offers a substantial opportunity to invest in the growing pharmaceutical and diagnostic and research value chains. https://lnkd.in/eEM4bsqj

A broad array of products and services are vital to the utility, renewable energy, data center, and commercial and industrial markets, driving steady demand and M&A through the electric infrastructure value chain. This article shares the key trends behind this momentum and recent Harris Williams clients that illustrate the sector’s expanding investment potential. https://lnkd.in/eyuZZGhg

With increasing demand for technology solutions in AEC and property management thanks to factors like improved efficiency and sustainability, M&A opportunities in the sector are rising. Read our latest article by our Technology Group to learn more about the dynamics driving this M&A momentum and how recent Harris Williams clients are demonstrating the value-creation potential in these evolving markets. https://lnkd.in/eM_UbJKX

Despite macroeconomic uncertainty and pockets of softness, the industrial market’s strong fundamentals remain intact. Due to several long-term tailwinds, high-quality industrials businesses continue to drive growth and capture strategic buyer and investor attention. In this article, we share the trends generating industrials M&A activity, recent Harris Williams engagements that illustrate the opportunity, and the macro themes benefiting the market. https://lnkd.in/eTQumKRy

The latest sector brief from our senior professionals at Harris Williams shares market trends, select TICC M&A transactions, and public company valuations and benchmarking in the testing, inspection, certification, and compliance (TICC) sector. Access the Q3 brief here: https://lnkd.in/eDW-mKif

We recently advised Genetics & IVF Institute, Inc., a leading provider of reproductive tissue banking and related reproductive technology services, on their sale to Amulet Capital Partners, LP. GIVF, founded in 1984, has grown into one of the world’s largest providers of frozen donor sperm and frozen donor eggs. We look forward to following their continued success. https://lnkd.in/eSuntVjQ #mergersandacquisitions?

In a sector known for its stability, innovation is what sets businesses apart. Harris Williams client Mevotech boasts a focus on advanced engineering and quality that has positioned it as a leader in the automotive aftermarket, drawing significant interest from M&A investors. Explore how Mevotech’s approach is unlocking new opportunities in a changing market in this latest article by our Transportation & Logistics Group: https://lnkd.in/eFyX72qe

M&A activity continues throughout the healthcare IT sector, driven by the strategic use of AI, the integration of third-party solutions, growing volumes of virtual trials, and a systemic shift to value-based care arrangements. Access our Q3 brief for more about the demand drivers attracting investor interest and creating M&A opportunities in the space, including perspectives on key healthcare IT segments, select transactions, and the market landscape.? https://lnkd.in/eYdjqCP3

Several factors are driving greater investment in claims management and expert services to the insurance sector. In the property and casualty insurance segment, businesses specializing in technical consulting, forensic services, and specialty engineering are in higher demand to efficiently resolve an increasing number of claims and disputes that are growing in severity and complexity. In this article, our Business Services Group shares key trends and growth drivers for outsourced insurance services, as well as the M&A strategies underway in the sector. https://lnkd.in/es_V23jM