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Value of M&A deals in the United States 2016, by industry

Value of M&A deals in the United States in 2016, by industry (Figures expressed in billions of U.S. dollars, unless otherwise specified)

The data describes the value of M&A deals carried out in the United Stated in 2016, by industry. The value of mergers and acquisitions in the United States Energy, Mining and Utilities sector amounted to 337.4 billion USD in 2016.

Mergers and acquisitions – additional information The world of business is always changing and dynamic. Companies merge together and acquire one another to form new companies. The benefit being an expansion of one’s client base, gaining access to further distribution channels and increasing technical knowledge among other factors.

Energy, Mining and Utilities 337.4
Industrial and Chemicals 206.6
Technology 176.7
Pharma, Medical and Biotech 176.7
Media 133.2
Business Services 115.2
Consumer 86.3
Other 231.9