Mergers and acquisitions: growing safely in 2026
Mergers
With the start of 2026, many companies are taking advantage of the moment to review strategies and make decisions that will shape their future.
Among these decisions, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are no longer an option exclusively for large corporations, but have also become a lever for growth for small and medium-sized enterprises in the region seeking to consolidate their competitiveness.
In a changing economic context, with increasingly tight margins and a competitive environment that demands agility, many organisations are asking themselves the key question: do we continue to grow alone or do we seek alliances that will make us stronger?
A strategic moment for decision-making
The turn of the year represents a turning point for entrepreneurs and executives: it is time to take stock, evaluate projects and decide whether the time has come to take a step forward.
For this reason, the beginning of the year is usually a period of high activity in corporate operations.
These transactions can have different objectives: expanding the market, incorporating talent, gaining scale to compete better, diversifying risks or simply ensuring the continuity of a family business.
Moving forward with confidence
Despite their potential, mergers and acquisitions are complex. They require an in-depth analysis of the economic, financial and operational situation of the companies involved, as well as a clear view of the risks and opportunities.
Beyond the price, there are elements that often go unnoticed and can determine the success or failure of the transaction: corporate culture, the degree of possible integration between teams, the governance model, or the impact on customers and suppliers.
Comprehensive support helps to avoid surprises and ensures that the decision is made with all the available information.
It is therefore essential to have expert advice to accompany you through all stages of the process: from valuation and due diligence to negotiation, the legal structure and taxation of the transaction, as well as the subsequent integration plan.
Lack of generational succession?
Many companies find themselves in a situation of uncertainty when there is no clear generational succession or when the wear and tear of day-to-day life creates the need to make a decision.
Through a well-managed transaction, entrepreneurs can find partners who complement their weaknesses and strengthen the business, while retaining some control and benefiting from the growth that this new stage brings.
Selling the company does not have to mean abandoning a personal project, but rather the beginning of a new phase that allows the value and spirit of the business to be preserved in the long term.
A merger or acquisition allows the company's legacy to be preserved, its continuity to be guaranteed and even new doors to be opened to innovation and expansion.
For those considering this path, it is essential to have the right advice to identify the most appropriate options and ensure that the process is carried out safely and with the best possible outcome for all parties involved.
Trends that will shape 2026
This year, an increase in transactions motivated by generational change and strategic growth is expected, especially in sectors such as professional services, technology, food and the green economy. For many organisations, this may be the best way to ensure the continuity of their project.
A tool for sustained growth
A well-planned merger or acquisition not only accelerates growth, it also makes it more robust.
Mergers allow companies to invest in innovation, strengthen teams, access new markets and, above all, consolidate the competitiveness of businesses in the region.
We begin the year looking ahead with the determination to grow, reinvent ourselves and build new opportunities.
Along this path, mergers and acquisitions can be a key factor in making 2026 truly a year of the future.
