Private Equity News: Navigating the Complex Maze of Tech Deals

Baker McKenzie Corporate Senior Associates Grace Blackburn, Oliver Feslier-Holmes and Laura MacLachlan recently co-authored the article "Navigating the Complex Maze of Tech Deals", which was published in Private Equity News.

The tech M&A market in 2025 is defined by recalibrated valuations, cautious buyers, and increased regulatory scrutiny. With IPO activity subdued, sponsors are turning to creative deal structures and alternative exits, while adapting to new regulations like the EU AI Act.

The article highlights how dealmakers are using tools such as earnouts, continuation funds, and warranty & indemnity insurance to close transactions and manage risk. It emphasises that success now depends on agility, innovative structuring, and proactive engagement with the shifting regulatory horizon in what is an increasingly complex environment.

Read the full article in the November issue of Private Equity News (subscription access required)