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Expected European M&A activity 2014-2017, by sector

Which sector do you believe will witness the most M&A activity in Europe over the next 12 months?
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The data illustrates the distribution of industry experts opinions regarding the future volume of M&A activity in Europe from 2014 to 2017, by sector. The technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) sector is expected to note the highest M&A activity as of 2017, with a share of 37% of respondents.

TMT 43 58 43 37
Consumer 32 37 29 19
Energy, Mining & Utilities 41 24 27 16
Industrials & Chemicals 46 50 44 11
Pharma, Medical & Biotech 32 43 23 8
Financial services 36 41 17 7
Transportation 2 3 2 1
Business services 32 28 10 1