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Clairfield\u2019s latest sector report on cybersecurity examines valuations, market trends, and case studies from recent M&A activity across the global cybersecurity industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Last year, the cybersecurity sector recorded 400 M&A deals, with 165 companies acquired by private equity investors. Total deal value exceeded US$84 billion, representing a 270% year-over-year increase, driven by several mega-transactions and continued consolidation. Clairfield has advised on numerous notable cybersecurity transactions, supporting leading corporates and private equity investors across the global software industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This report was produced by Clairfield partner and head of cybersecurity, Joseph Sabet, and by Clairfield partner and head of the tech, software, and digital sector in France, Bertrand Hermez.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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