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A year of high deal volumes is driving optimism in pharma services. Watch this video to catch up on the trends and get guidance on planning your own transactions, including preparing for an exit.
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In 2024 there were 113 deals in the pharma services sector. Abi Godfrey, Corporate Finance Director, and Peter Jennings, Head of Private Healthcare, discuss what's happening, and what lies ahead:
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These are the key takeaway from their conversation...
Market dynamics, including R&D spending, market complexity, investor appetite, and increasing multiples are influencingpharma services businessesand M&A activity
Deal activity is high in the mid-market, as niche players provide consolidation opportunities among international and private equity-backed buyers
International buyer appetite is strong, and we've seen increased competition from the US, Asia, and India
The recent tariff policy changes haven't had a major impact on pharma services because the focus is on goods
The UK is a centre of excellence; supported by an academic community driving innovation, and R&D tax incentives making the UK an attractive location to start a business
Regulations are international, but the sector is adaptive and open to changes
Client diversification is a key risk, especially given current economic conditions – broadening customer concentration and geographical footprint is key to reduce the risk
In advance of an exit businesses need to consider intellectual property protection, diversification, and focusing on international opportunities
Key deal
Vespa Capital invests in leading pre-clinical CRO with novel ex-vivo approach
We advised on the sale of UK-based pre-clinical contract research organisation, FibroFind to Vespa Capital. The company is market leading in ex-vivo testing in the pre-clinical stage as an alternative to traditional animal models and in response to new regulations from the US Food and Drug Administration. Find out more about how we helped FibroFind.
Our Healthcare and PE experts discuss why Healthcare is an attractive sector for private equity investment, the surge of tech-enablement, value creation strategies and future trends to watch out for in 2024.
