Methodology

For this publication, Pitcher Partners commissioned Mergermarket to canvass the opinions of 60 M&A dealmakers who have completed at least one deal in Australia in the past 12 months. 60% of the respondents were from Australian corporations, 30% were from foreign corporations with operations in Australia, 5% were from Australian private equity firms, and 5% were from foreign private equity firms. All dollar figures, unless otherwise stated, are in Australian dollars (AUD). Value figures are approximations and have been rounded. Data used in this report was compiled on 10 January 2022 using Dealogic data and additional sources noted within this report. Percentages may not sum to 100% due to rounding. Unless otherwise stated, all date references refer to calendar year and not financial year.