CMS: Dealmakers attracted by tech, energy and infrastructure in Romania
Despite significant market volatility, a new report by law firm CMS reveals that half of European dealmakers anticipate an increase in M&A activity over the next 12 months.
Despite significant market volatility, a new report by law firm CMS reveals that half of European dealmakers anticipate an increase in M&A activity over the next 12 months.
Romania's mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market recorded 122 transactions with a cumulative value exceeding €2.7 billion.
The Romanian mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market saw 57 transactions in Q1 2025, an 8% rise compared to the same period last year.
The Study analyses a record 559 deals throughout 2023, indicating the resilience and adaptability of the European M&A market amidst challenging global conditions.

Energy company Electrica informs investors and the capital market that it has obtained the technical grid connection permits (ATR) for 17 new battery energy storage projects (BESS), with a total capacity of approximately 700 MWh.
The European Retail Banking Radar, Kearney's latest study now in its 18th edition, shows that Europe is entering a period of normalisation following the conditions of 2023–2025. For Romania, the challenge extends beyond the normalisation of interest rates.
Digi Spain has announced its intention to launch an initial public offering (IPO) on the Spanish stock exchanges, aiming to raise approximately €150 million.
Romania's national electricity transmission network operator, Transelectrica, has halted scheduled maintenance shutdowns to ensure the grid operates at maximum capacity during an ongoing extreme heatwave. The preventive measures aim to mitigate operational risks associated with severe weather conditions.
The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, Romanian measures for the national investment and development bank Banca de Investiții și Dezvoltare (BID).