Slight Decline in M&A Activity
The industrial automation (IA) sector saw a slight decline in M&A activity in Q4 2024, though it remained steady compared to last year, with a growing focus on software and integration solutions. Deal volume grew by 7.5% year-over-year, signaling increased consolidation among strategic players pursuing geographic and vertical expansion. This trend is driven by strategic acquisitions focused on enhancing capabilities in automation, robotics, motion control, and AI, catering to industries including aerospace, healthcare, energy, and manufacturing.
Highlights from the report:
- Industrial Automation acquisitions for Q4 2024 contributed to steady annual growth with overall increase in M&A transactions from 2023 to 2024.
- The Industrial Automation and Control Systems market is estimated at $46.4M in
2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.3% reaching $85.3M by 2030. - While transaction volumes were stagnant in the last quarter of 2024 due to macroeconomic uncertainties, the outlook for 2025 remains positive, driven by rising adoption and integration of robotics and AI in industrial sector.
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