Grimes, McGovern & Associates (GMA) has released its latest acquisitions report, offering an updated view of activity across the events, media and information services sectors. Find the report here.
The data, based on more than 360 transactions in 2025, points to continued growth in the events market. Deal activity has increased over the past two years, while trends in media and information services remain more mixed.
Private equity remains a key driver. Nearly half of all event acquisitions in 2025 were PE-backed, indicating sustained investor interest in scalable, community-led event businesses.
The report also highlights the themes shaping current dealmaking. These include cross-border expansion, niche community-led events and the growing role of complementary products and services.
Early data from 2026 suggests activity is already tracking ahead of last year.
The full report is available in our Reports & Whitepapers section here.
