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🌍 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐄 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 🎮 2024 marks a pivotal year as PE capital flows surge into the gaming industry worldwide, breaking a decade-long record in deal value: 🔹 $8.5B invested across 26 deals—highest in 10+ years. 🔹 Key transactions include EQT Group, CPP Investments | Investissements RPC, and Temasek’s acquisition of Keywords Studios in Ireland. 🔹 New funds launched this year include Andreessen Horowitz’s $600M gaming allocation and Griffin Gaming Partners’ third fund. The capital surge highlights gaming as a key frontier for PE—though exit activity remains below pre-2024 levels, signaling a hold strategy for GPs. #Gaming #PrivateEquity #PEInvestments #VentureCapital #Global

🚀 Proud to Share Our Latest Work: Global Gaming Deals Report Q3 2024! Our team at InvestGame has just released the Q3 2024 Global Gaming Deals Report, showcasing over $3.2B in deals across 176 transactions. This quarter saw a shift towards platform and technology deals, with private investments holding strong. Mergers and acquisitions continue to dominate despite public market challenges. Dive into early-stage investments, late-stage trends, and more! Read the full Report using the link in the comments. Thank you, MY.GAMES, for supporting this Report! #gamingindustry #investment #investgame #privateinvestments

Game Off For Now; XST Capital Quick Take on Games Global At XST Capital, we draw on 25 years of gaming industry expertise to provide M&A advice, capital formation, and strategic guidance to rapidly growing gaming companies. During a recent panel at the Earnings & More Capital Markets event at the NYSE, I addressed several topics including IPO strategies and key industry trends. I emphasized that Games Global's now-cancelled IPO was set to be a significant indicator for the industry’s future, highlighting the company's global reach, robust cash flow, and steady growth under a seasoned management team. Regrettably, this IPO has been shelved due to "market conditions." In my past roles, I've spearheaded investor education for major IPOs, such as Caesars Entertainment, and collaborated closely on others like NeoGames and PlayAGS. I’d like to offer some insights into the situation with Games Global and discuss key takeaways: 1. Hedge Funds Dominate Gaming: Although strong, the gaming sector often attracts short-term focused hedge funds. I advise clients that while gaming stocks aren't essential for most long-only funds, savvy, long-term investors do exist and can become staunch supporters of new market entrants. 2. Sector Interest is Still Strong: The cancellation doesn’t reflect a lack of interest in gaming or iGaming. While establishing a market comparable would have been ideal, there's still significant demand for online gaming services in both established and emerging markets. 3. IPO’s Aren’t Easy: Going public as a controlled company can complicate matters, particularly if initial floats are small. A robust initial offering that assures liquidity and broad market coverage can mitigate risks associated with concentrated ownership. 4. The Future is Bright: Games Global is poised to maximize value when conditions improve, leveraging its strong cash flow and market position to explore options like strategic sales, partnerships with private equity, or a reattempt at an IPO. Reflecting on my experience with Viking River Cruises (diligencing an initial IPO concept in 2013), which recently launched a successful IPO, patience and timing are crucial elements for navigating market dynamics effectively. #onlinegaming #casino #content

🚀🎮Fieldfisher's Equity Capital Markets team is proud to have advised on the successful admission of Winking Studios Limited to trading on AIM. The £7.9 million raise values the gaming industry leader at £66 million, marking a significant milestone in its international growth. Known for its expertise in art outsourcing and game development services for major titles like FIFA, Call of Duty, and Assassin’s Creed, Winking Studios now expands its reach, building on its established listing on the Singapore Exchange. Congratulations to the team, led by Melanie Talbot, and supported by Oliver Perkins, Adam Spinner, and Lucy Cogley. Fieldfisher continues to strengthen its position as a leading adviser to AIM-quoted companies, recently securing the top spot in the Q4 2024 AIM adviser rankings. Read more about this milestone and our team's role in supporting the gaming sector: https://ow.ly/uW5Q50UbNr4 #AIM #GamingIndustry #Capital #CapitalRaising #EquityCapitalMarkets #IPO #Collaboration #InternationalGrowth #BusinessExpansion

Partis Capital served as Financial Advisor to Octavian Group on its sale of IdealBet - Baldo Line Srl to Stake. Partis Capital is pleased to announce its role as financial advisor to Octavian Group on the successful sale of its subsidiaries, Baldo Line s.r.l. and Idealbet to Stake. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone for both companies, solidifying Stake’s position as a global gaming industry leader and expanding its footprint into the Italian market. Through Octavian AGP gaming platform and HubCasino aggregator, Idealbet offers a robust suite of products and services that will complement Stake’s existing portfolio. This acquisition will enable Stake to capitalise on the growing Italian gaming market while enhancing its product offerings on a global scale. #MergersandAcquisitions #InvestmentBanking #iGaming

This is a new one from the InvestGame team. We are thrilled to unveil our exclusive Global M&A Sell-Side Financial Advisory League Table for 2020-2024 YTD! This comprehensive data showcases premier financial advisory firms that have played pivotal roles in orchestrating transformative deals within the gaming industry during these fluctuating times. Tailored for founders and investors, our League Table serves as a definitive compass in the ever-evolving realm of M&A, delivering unparalleled insights drawn from InvestGame’s proprietary database and spotlighting over 60 significant acquisitions. Kudos Aream & Co., Goldman Sachs, and The Raine Group, for making the top 3! To learn more, please check out the link in the comment section — and don't hesitate to support us on Patreon. #gaming #investments #videogames #investgame

At the Gaming M&A Tactics and Techniques workshop, Jaguar-Adva Gal, CEO of JAGuar Gal, Crypto Reg Comp Lawyers, provided a deep dive into the evolving world of mergers and acquisitions within the gaming sector. As the industry continues to experience rapid growth and transformation: understanding M&A strategies and market trends have become increasingly essential for gaming professionals. The discussion highlighted important aspects, such as: ● Understanding how to align M&A strategies with broader business objectives, identifying potential acquisition targets and their operational fit. ● Exploring methodologies for accurately valuing gaming companies, considering the influence of market dynamics, revenue models, and the competitive landscape. ● Navigating the complex regulatory environment surrounding gaming M&A, with a focus on compliance and due diligence to facilitate successful transactions. ● Learning effective strategies for integrating acquired entities, emphasising cultural alignment and operational synergies to optimise value. As M&A activity intensifies in the gaming sector, this workshop equipped participants with the insights and tools necessary to navigate this rapidly changing landscape effectively. #SiGMAEurope #workshop #MergeAndAcquisition #Gaming

📊Reflecting a dynamic shift in the gaming industry, investments surged to $4.9 billion in Q1 2024, a 113% increase from $2.3 billion last year, as per InvestGame’s new Gaming Deals Report. This growth is fueled by strategic acquisitions, increased venture capital funding, and a strong interest in emerging technologies within the sector. 🎮 #StrategicInvestment #GamingIndustryGrowth #BusinessOfGaming

Times are tough and securing investments gets even harder. That's where we step in with #InvestorConnector! Connect with warm investors and VCs looking for short and long-term investments through one-on-one curated sessions at our upcoming #PGCHelsinki event. Some of our previously participating investors included Bandai Namco Europe, Akur Capital, Mobeus, Ludus Global, Lvp, Velo Partners, Griffin Gaming Partners, Haveli Investments, FunFair Ventures and many more! ▶ If you're interested and looking to be considered, apply using this link: https://lnkd.in/gmYy8uaW #GamingInvestors #SecureInvestment #LookingForInvestment #InvestInGames