Solganick & Co. annouces the hiring of two new senior M&A professionals in Q1 2024 Alexei Sorokin, Managing Director David Johnson, Senior Vice President March 11, 2024 – Irvine, CA and Tampa, FL – We’re thrilled to announce the expansion of our team with the hiring of two experienced M&A professionals, Alexei Sorokin and David Johnson. Both Alexei and David bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table, and their expertise will be instrumental in driving our continued growth and success. Alexei Sorokin joins us as a Managing Director. With a long and distinguished ca ..read more

Cloud Wars Heat Up: A Look at Q4 2023 Cloud Revenue and Growth Drivers by Aaron Solganick, CEO Solganick & Co. February 6, 2024     The cloud computing market continues to see explosive growth, and the big three players – AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud – are all vying for dominance. Let’s dive into their Q4 2023 financial performance and explore the factors fueling their success: AWS: The undisputed leader, AWS raked in $24.2 billion in revenue, maintaining a 31% market share. While its growth slowed to 12% year-over-year, it remains a formidable force. Why is it growi ..read more

Aaron Solganick, CEO/Founder – Solganick & Co. – Quoted in the Los Angeles Business Journal M&A Hesitation: Banker Fears ‘Rose-Colored Glasses’ Syndrome BY STEVE CRIGHTON   FEBRUARY 2, 2024 – Los Angeles, CA – Aaron Solganick, CEO and Founder of Solganick & Co. was quoted in the annual 2024 “The Money Issue” as published by the Los Angeles Business Journal. Opportunities for mergers and acquisitions in Los Angeles have seldom been more ripe, but many may end up spoiling on the vine while dealmakers hold out for a better alternative. There was a significant decline in M&am ..read more

January 15, 2024   Shifting Gears: Mergers and Acquisitions Reshape the Education, Learning, and Training Technology Landscape in 2023 and Beyond   The Education, Learning, and Training Technology sectors went through a transformative dance in 2023. While the post-pandemic dust settled, a new rhythm of mergers and acquisitions emerged, reflecting a changing landscape and strategic adjustments. Let’s take a spin through the key trends and transactions that marked 2023 and peek into the potential moves of 2024. 2023: Consolidation and Convergence Consolidation in key segments: Larg ..read more

2023 Technology Services and IT Consulting M&A: Consolidation, Retooling, and a Cautious Optimism for 2024 The Technology Services and IT Consulting M&A landscape in 2023 mirrored the broader market’s cautious dance. While deal volume dipped compared to 2021 and 2022’s frenetic pace, the sector displayed remarkable resilience, attracting continued investor and strategic buyer interest. Here’s a closer look at the key trends that shaped 2023 and what IT services M&A might hold in 2024. A Shifting Tide of Deals: Macroeconomic headwinds: Rising interest rates, inflation, and geopol ..read more

January 12, 2024   State of Software Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) in 2023 and 2024 Outlook   Overview of 2023 The landscape of software mergers and acquisitions in 2023 was marked by significant deals despite economic uncertainties and increased regulatory scrutiny. The year saw Cisco’s $28 billion acquisition of Splunk, standing out as the largest enterprise software deal. Contrastingly, Broadcom’s $69 billion acquisition of VMware, initiated in the previous year, finally secured regulatory approval. This mixed environment of high-value deals and increased regulatory oversi ..read more

January 9, 2024   2023: A Year of Strategic Consolidation and Diversification In 2023, the Healthcare IT sector witnessed a significant transformation marked by strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Despite a somewhat cautious start to the year due to challenging economic conditions and valuation discrepancies between buyers and sellers, the sector saw a robust recovery in the latter half. Key factors influencing M&A activity included regulatory changes, technological advancements, and a growing focus on digital health solutions. The sector’s dynamism was highlighted by sev ..read more

HR Tech/HRIT mergers and acquistions January 9, 2024 – The mergers and acquisitions environment for HR technology companies in 2023 has been characterized by various trends and key developments. Here is a summary, stressing the current situation and forecasts: M&A Activity in 2023 and Early 2024 Outlook: In the first half of 2023, the technology sector, including HR tech companies, experienced a slowdown in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity. This trend was a response to economic factors such as interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, leading companies to adopt more c ..read more

What can go wrong when selling your technology company? by Aaron Solganick – CEO, Solganick & Co.   Running a sell-side mergers and acquisitions (M&A) process for a technology company can be complex, with several potential pitfalls. Here are a few things to consider before you begin this process: 1. Valuation Issues: Setting an unrealistic valuation can deter potential buyers or lead to a disconnect between seller expectations and market realities. Valuation discrepancies often emerge from differences in perspective on the company’s future growth prospects or the technological la ..read more

Next Phase of Artificial Intelligence Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) by Aaron Solganick, CEO December 27, 2024 The next phases of artificial intelligence (AI) are expected to be characterized by several key trends and developments, which may also influence potential mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the field.  Here’s an overview: Advanced Machine Learning Algorithms: As AI research progresses, more advanced machine learning models and algorithms are likely to emerge. These could offer enhanced abilities in areas like natural language processing, computer vision, and predictiv ..read more