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Travel and tourism deal activity plummets year-on-year, data shows

Economy
Ilaria Grasso Macola
19 June 2023

 Deal activity in travel and tourism has plummeted between January and May, according to recent data.

Mergers and acquisitions are on the increase again

Figures published by data and analytics firm GlobalData show that deal activity has gone down 41% year-on-year to 282 due to the current geopolitical tensions, inflation and recession fears spooking investors.

 

“The decline in deal activity in the industry indicates dampened sentiments and cautious approach of investors,” said lead analyst Aurojyoti Bose. 

 

According to the data, private equity deals were the most impacted, sinking 44% compared to the same time last year. Mergers and acquisitions and venture financing followed suit, going down by 43% and 34% respectively.