Mexico - November 2014

November 2014
Mexico - November 2014
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The Mexican transactional market was dynamic, yet again. In November, a total of 18 deals were registered, which represents a 12.5% increase compared with the same period last year. The investment volume generated was approximately USD 4.86bn, a 30.9% increase compared with November 2013. Furthermore, the number of deals recorded so far this year increased by 16% compared to the 12 month-period in 2013.

Highlights, this month, includes the acquisition announcement made by AT&T of Mexico-based lusacell, for USD 2.50bn. In addition, in the telecoms sector, América Móvil closed and agreement to acquire Telekom Austria, for some USD 1.24bn.

In November, the consulting, audit and engineering sector as well as Internet, and distribution and retail were the most active. The last two continue the trend set in previous years for being the most dynamic.

Regarding the cross-border sector, German, Spanish, US-based and British companies were the most acquisitive in the Mexican market. On the other hand, Mexican companies chose to focus their investments in Argentina, Ecuador, Spain and the United States.

This month, the private equity and venture capital segment materialized five transactions generating USD 8.10m, which means a slight decrease compared to October; seven deals and an investment volume of USD 958.50m.

The capital markets regained its activity, in November. Mexico-based Fideicomiso Hipotecario (FHIPO) carried out the third IPO registered in Mexico, this year. The deal value was USD 193.62m.



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