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Software and data are the modern shovels and tools of the gold rush, or rather the digitalization rush. No industry, no functional area can do without the optimization potential offered by digital helpers. At the same time, the demands on software providers are increasing: maximum performance, maximum security, end-to-end data permeability, optimal UX, AI-supported co-pilots, flexible billing models, location-independent availability - to name just the most important ones.

Data has long been more than just an IT topic - it is a business model. Companies that generate added economic value from their data grow faster, are more resilient - and achieve significantly higher valuations on the market. Data-driven business models are transforming entire industries: they create recurring revenue, new product logics and open up economies of scale beyond traditional production capacities.

In April 2025 69 tech M&A transactions took place in the DACH region, with a total published volume of EUR 3,920 million. This total resulted from only 11 individual transactions, while the amounts of the other transactions were not publicly disclosed. One of the most significant transactions was the sale of Datagroup to KKR.

atares, the digital M&A specialist for technology-driven companies, acted as exclusive financial advisor to ARBOR Gruppe GmbH on the sale of its operating companies SCOPE Engineering GmbH, OSW Technische Dokumentation Verlag GmbH and TECO Technical Concept GmbH to INTEC Holding GmbH.

The German government's new coalition agreement is being viewed critically in many quarters: too bureaucratic, too cautious, not bold enough. But if you don't let yourself be led by the headlines, but take a closer look, you will recognize exciting impulses - especially for founders, investors and companies with innovative and growth ambitions.

In March 2025 81 tech M&A transactions took place in the DACH region, with a total published volume of EUR 1,623 million. This total resulted from only 7 individual transactions, while the amounts of the other transactions were not publicly disclosed. One of the most significant transactions was the sale of Timetoact Group to H.I.G. Capital.

atares, one of the leading M&A boutiques for technology-driven mid-cap companies in Germany, has appointed Alexander von Voss as a new partner in its Munich office. von Voss brings in outstanding expertise in the areas of corporate law and M&A.

Human Resources Technology (HR Tech) optimizes all HR processes - from talent acquisition and development to workforce management and administration. These solutions are used either as comprehensive Human Capital Management (HCM) suites or as specialized applications. The "war for talent", efficiency pressure and technological advances are constantly driving the demand for HR Tech solutions.

In February 2025 52 tech M&A transactions took place in the DACH region, with a total published volume of EUR 3,109 million. This total resulted from only 5 individual transactions, while the amounts of the other transactions were not publicly disclosed. One of the most significant transactions was the sale of ALSO Holding to Westcoast Group.

The PropTech sector is developing rapidly and fundamentally changing the construction and real estate industry. However, as the market matures, the pressure to consolidate is increasing. Real estate companies have to deal with shrinking margins, increasing regulatory requirements and the challenge of scaling sustainable business models profitably. In this context, M&A (mergers and acquisitions) plays a decisive role. But why are mergers or sales often the best solution for PropTechs and established real estate companies? What opportunities and challenges arise? This article shows the current developments in the market and why M&A is becoming increasingly important.