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Issue Date: February 13, 2013
SPECIAL REPORT: M&A Update
Media M&A on the rebound
Following a rebound year in 2012, the media M&A market saw a flurry of deal announcements in January, raising hopes for another big year. Buyers are especially on the lookout for acquisition targets with strong digital assets. The market for events is also robust. Another encouraging sign for this year is the return of strategic buyers to the market. Read more
JEGI's Peters on how trade show deals helping drive M&A
B-to-b media M&A activity began to rebound in 2012, with the level of interest largely dependent on a target company's category within the industry and how much it has expanded beyond traditional print media. Media Business recently spoke with Scott Peters, co-president of investment bank Jordan, Edmiston Group, about the state of b-to-b media. Read more
In the News
Hopes run high at DeSilva+Phillips Dealmakers Summit
Speakers at the 11th annual DeSilva+Phillips Dealmakers Summit this month in Manhattan were bullish about prospects for this year.
“The deal market for media is characterized by renewed confidence and focus,” Daniel McCarthy, a partner in the New York-based media investment bank, said in his overview of trends and opportunities.... Read more
Digital Directions
Lebhar-Friedman introduces digital-only publication for residential construction
Lebhar-Friedman plans to launch Residential Building Products and Technology as a digital-only title this month—first unveiling a preview of the website, then releasing a full February issue for Apple and Android tablets. A weekly newsletter will also be part of the lineup.
The apps will be the stars of the offering, giving readers the... Read more
Expert Insight Events
dmg::events USA to build diverse portfolio
dmg::events in November tapped Michael Green to expand a new U.S. division that oversees event properties such as ad:tech and Digital Collective. The former Hanley Wood executive spoke to Media Business about the company's acquisition plans, the lessons of a poor economy and the value of diversifying the portfolio.
Media... Read more
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