Queensland Mergers and Acquisitions Report 2025

This report serves as a comprehensive analysis of Queensland's Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) activity for the year 2025, detailing key trends and transactions. The document outlines that Queensland recorded 264 M&A transactions, a slight decrease from the 272 transactions in 2024. The focus is on acquisitions and divestments involving local, interstate, and offshore entities, with an emphasis on industries related to the state's population growth. The report highlights a notable increase in inbound deal activity, with global businesses acquiring 67 Queensland-based companies, the highest number recorded in 12 years. Key insights reveal significant sector trends, including a resurgence in leisure and real estate transactions, as well as variations in deal activity across technology, consumer, and financial services. The findings aim to inform stakeholders about the evolving M&A landscape in Queensland and the resulting opportunities for strategic growth.