M&A Monitor 2026
Join us to find out the latest in the M&A market
Want to keep a finger on the pulse of trends and challenges in the Belgian merger and acquisition market? Then clear your schedule to attend the most anticipated event in the M&A calendar. We’ll be unveiling the results of the 13th edition of our annual M&A Monitor. It gets under the skin of recent deals – and reveals first-hand experiences of experts and advisors. Join us for an unmissable opportunity to explore trends and expectations for the previous and coming year.
This year’s monitor dives into key questions around motives and value creation. The study also turns the spotlight onto the deal process and valuation by distinguishing between different types of deals, from strategic acquisitions to add-ons and buyouts.
Vlerick’s Professor Mathieu Luypaert, Director of the Centre for Mergers, Acquisitions and Buyouts, will present the Monitor’s findings. He’ll be joined by a panel of industry experts who’ll share their interpretation of the results – as well as insights on the current state of the M&A market.
Register now to join a wide range of professionals involved in the purchasing, sales and buy-out market at this must-attend event.
Speakers
Mathieu Luypaert
Professor of Corporate Finance
Mathieu Luypaert explains how insights into financial figures and decisions can lead to value creation.
Sophie Manigart
Professor of Corporate Finance
Sophie Manigart is an experienced teacher, researcher and advisor in entrepreneurial finance, venture capital and private equity.
Renaat Berckmoes
Managing Partner/CEO, Foritno Capital
Peter Maenhout
Investor in Residence
Peter Maenhout is Partner and CEO at M80 Partners – and brings deep investment expertise to his work with Vlerick.
Programme
- 6.30-7pm: Registration and welcome drink
- 7-8.15pm: Presentation M&A Monitor and panel discussion
- 8.15-10pm: Walking dinner and networking
Practical information
We are now at capacity for in-person attendees, you are welcome to join us online via Zoom.
This event is free, but you must complete the online registration form to attend.
Ready to learn more about mergers, acquisitions and buyouts? Come and join us.
Vlerick’s Centre for Mergers, Acquisitions & Buyouts develops and collates insights and best practice from across the M&A field – covering everything from the end-to-end deal process to financing and integration. The Centre brings its research and knowledge together to share with anyone involved in mergers, acquisitions or sales.
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