Deal Momentum Entering 2026 Remains Strong Following a record-breaking 2025 — the most active year for US M&A since 2021 — deal momentum has carried into early 2026. US M&A activity totaled approximately $682B through Q1 2026 , up 39% YoY , marking the second-highest first-quarter volume in the past four years and underscoring continued…
By Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Marc Cooper As warmer weather returns and we adjust our thermostats, I sat down with Head of Business Services Group Tim Shea to discuss M&A trends in essential service sectors. Tim, your team had a record year of deal activity in 2025. What’s been driving the strength of essential…
Where Care Meets Commerce Explore how the rise of point of care (POC) and in-pharmacy media, combined with increased investment in company-owned content studios, is reshaping advertising strategies in Head of Media & Entertainment Mark Boidman ‘s presentation. Discover market trends, growth drivers, and case studies. DOWNLOAD PRESENTATION From Digital Noise to Physical Signal As…
What’s Driving Media & Entertainment Dealmaking? Our latest issue of Media Monthly is now available, offering a look at the innovations reshaping the Media & Entertainment industry. Read our report for key sector updates and trends: Global events fueling a breakout year for advertising spend Convergence of retail media, out of home and on-premise networks…
Where Retail Media Meets Reality Explore how retail media, out of home (OOH), and on-premise networks are converging to reshape the value of physical retail in Head of Media & Entertainment Mark Boidman ‘s presentation. Discover market trends, growth projections, and case studies from leading brands. DOWNLOAD PRESENTATION The Store as a Media Asset Physical…
What’s Driving Media & Entertainment Dealmaking? Our latest issue of Media Monthly is now available, offering a look at the innovations reshaping the Media & Entertainment industry. Read our report for updates and key sector trends: AI chatbots transforming customer engagement and support Live shopping redefining commerce through social platforms Location-based targeting’s impact on digital…
Retail Media Advertising Growth Trends Young, Highly Fragmented Market Leaves Ample Room for Development High Margin Business Encourages Involvement Differentiated Offerings and Tools Provide New Areas for Growth For more insights on trends, market share and more, read our Media & Entertainment team’s latest update.
AV Industry Rebounds With Strategic Shifts AI-powered ecosystems, cloud-based infrastructure, and cutting-edge display technology are revolutionizing the Professional Audiovisual (Pro AV) sector. Our Media & Entertainment team’s AV Action Report uncovers trends and market developments, innovation, and long-term value across the industry. Report highlights include: Pro AV industry outlook Industry growth by segment AV trends…
AI chatbots are tools powered by artificial intelligence that simulate human conversations using natural language processing. Fueled by a growing demand for around-the-clock support services, the chatbot market is projected to grow 23.3% annually, reaching $15.5 billion by 2028. 1 Chatbots deliver answers nearly three times faster than people, saving time and money. As such,…
Read our Media & Entertainment team’s Q2 2025 performance update for the out of home media industry, including the latest publicly reported financial and operational highlights.
What Is Location-based Targeting? Location-based targeting, often executed through geofencing, allows advertisers to deliver contextually relevant advertisements to a hyper-targeted audience within specific geographic boundaries. Delivering timely, location-aware messages helps advertisers engage the right audience, reduce wasted impressions, and maximize return on investment. By leveraging location-based technology, retailers can capture attention, influence behavior, and track…
Accessing free streaming content has never been easier. Smart TVs and streaming devices have evolved to fuel-rising demand for cost-effective cable alternatives. The combination of linear channels with robust on-demand libraries positions FAST for exceptional growth. Tech-Supported Market Expansion The global FAST market was estimated at $8.0 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow…
Our Global Media group’s report covering recent earnings performance and forward guidance for public Pro AV companies.
In this issue of the Audiovisual (AV) Action Report, our Media & Entertainment team covers: Professional (Pro) AV Industry Outlook Digital Signage Industry Growth AV Trends to Watch Global AV Events Recap Recent Earnings Summary & Commentary Pro AV Industry Consolidation Trading and Valuation Update
