The Metals and Mining sector has seen constant and significant M&A activity in the past decades, influenced by market dynamics, technological advancements, sustainable growth challenges, and global economic trends. This industry has evolved over time, as reflected by the large number of deals that have been made. From 1985 to the first quarter of 2024, a total of 81,420 deals were announced, with a value of at least USD 6.4 trillion.
The Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions, and Alliances (IMAA) has provided an extensive dataset that tracks M&A activities within the Metals and Mining Industry. It includes trends in transaction volume and value and critical financial metrics like Enterprise Value to EBITDA and Enterprise Value to Revenue. This detailed resource tracks the industry’s evolution over almost four decades.
The analysis of historical data about mergers and acquisitions in the Metals and Mining Industry holds significant value for analysts, investors, and policymakers. This data furnishes comprehensive insights into market trends, enabling informed and data driven decisions.
At a Glance: M&A Activity in the Metals and Mining Industry from 2021 – 2023
2021 M&A Activity
Overall Transactions | Overall Value |
3,505 Deals | USD 201 Billion |
In 2021, a total of 3,505 M&A deals with a value of USD 201 billion were announced in the Metals and Mining sector. The substantial volume and value of deals underscore the significance and impact of this sector on sustained economic development.
2022 M&A Activity
Overall Transactions | Overall Value |
2,831 Deals | USD 210 Billion |
The total volume of M&A deals in the Metals and Mining sector dropped 19% in 2022. However, the value of deals was slightly higher, pushing total value up by 4% in the same year.
2023 M&A Activity
Overall Transactions | Overall Value |
2,698 Deals | USD 228 Billion |
As the Metals and Mining Industry evolved to face new challenges, M&A transactions declined almost 5% in volume but grew 8% in value in 2023.
January to March 2024 M&A Activity
Overall Transactions | Overall Value |
344 Deals | USD 19.1 Billion |
There were fewer deals in the first quarter of 2024 in the Metals and Mining Sector. A total of 344 deals with a value of USD 19.1 billion were announced in January to March of the year, representing a decline of 55% in volume and a 78% drop in value.
Download the IMAA Dataset on M&A Activity in the Metals & Mining Industry.
IMAA’s dataset on M&A activity within the Metals and Mining Industry reflects the sector’s movements as companies navigate the opportunities for consolidation while facing the challenges of the industry. Investors, analysts, and entrepreneurs can use this information to make informed strategic recommendations and decisions. Policymakers can also leverage this data to identify craft policies that would support the sustainable growth of this sector. The data provides historical trends and financial evaluations, which aid in making informed decisions, contributing to the Metals and Mining Industry’s transformation.
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Deal Multiples (Enterprise Value/ Revenue)
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