Based on the findings of the Mergerstat Control Premium Study 2024, we recommend that:
Only U.S. public company acquisitions are included. Excluded: minority stake purchases, bankruptcy sales, and transactions where target was not traded 30 days pre‑announcement. mergerstat control premium study 2024
Tech and healthcare commanded the largest control premiums, driven by IP, talent, and growth expectations. Based on the findings of the Mergerstat Control
The Mergerstat Control Premium Study 2024 also explores the differences in control premiums paid for public versus private companies. The data suggests that buyers are willing to pay a higher premium for control of public companies, with a median control premium of 26.2% compared to 22.1% for private companies. This disparity may be attributed to the greater transparency and liquidity associated with public companies. driven by IP