An overview of our sell-side M&A services
SEG Research & insights
Know Your Market, Buyers, and Value
From valuation benchmarks to buyer activity and vertical-specific deal data, you'll find everything needed to understand where the software M&A market stands and where your company fits in it.
Understanding the M&A Market
- What was the 2025 annual SaaS M&A activity for public and private markets?
- What are buyers prioritizing for software targets in 2026?
- Who are the top buyers and investors active in software today?
M&A Dynamics by Industry
- Understand market dynamics, technology priorities, and M&A activity across K-12 and Higher Education.DOWNLOAD REPORT >
- Get a practical look at how government-focused software companies operate, grow, and transact in a uniquely constrained market.DOWNLOAD REPORT >
- How technology, operating models, and capital pressures are reshaping the Residential For Rent software landscape.DOWNLOAD REPORT >
- Get a grounded look at how operational constraints, digital adoption, and buyer priorities are shaping industrial and manufacturing software.DOWNLOAD REPORT >
Founder Strategy & Value Creation
- How is AI impacting the Software M&A market?READ OUR TAKE >
- Input key factors to see how buyers will evaluate your company.GET YOUR SCORECARD >
- Get a clear view into how software companies are transacting.SEE RECENT ACTIVITY >
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Education
- Find the latest Education software data and expert analyses from our team.
- Examine key players in the K-12 Education sector based on Student, Teacher, and Administrative functions.
- Download the report to access our latest research and data on the Education Software sector.
Energy
- The Energy landscape has gained significant traction. Read more about this sector's activity.
- Navigate our curated list of Energy sector SaaS companies across various categories.
- Review SEG's footprint in the Energy sector through an exploration of our announced deals.
Government
- Learn about the SaaS Government sector, including latest industry trends and data, all in one place.
- Survey our list of Government SaaS vendors and sector categories on our interactive page.
- Download the report to access our latest insights and data on the Government Software sector.
Healthcare
- Take a look at the M&A activity and sector trends defining Healthcare software.
- Study the major trends shaping healthcare SaaS adoption and the urgency driving robust M&A valuations.
- Discover our list of healthcare M&A transactions, showcasing successful deals in the industry.
Manufacturing
- Acquire valuable insights into the Manufacturing sector through our thorough analysis and viewpoints.
- Explore the current state of industrials & manufacturing, complete with market maps, industry trends, M&A tailwinds, and more.
- Listen to the personal story of one Manufacturing founder and their M&A exit journey.
Real Estate
- Gain valuable insights into the Real Estate sector with our in-depth analysis and expert perspectives.
- Download the report to access our latest insights and data on the Residential for Rent software sector.
- Join an industry founder on their personal M&A exit story, offering insights into the process.
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Financial Metrics & Valuation
- The Data Infrastructure You Need for Reliable Go Get Analysis
- ARR for SaaS Leaders: Its Impact on Valuation, Calculation, and Role in Growth Strategy
- 5 Financial Mistakes That Kill SaaS Valuations (and How to Avoid Them)
Market Insights & Trends
- Inside the Data: How Software Leaders & Buyers Say AI is Reshaping Strategy and M&A
- Who’s Driving Software M&A? 10 Private Equity Firms to Know
- Meet the Top Strategic Buyers Acquiring Software Companies
SEG WEBINAR
How Top Performing SaaS Leaders Create Sustainable Avenues to Drive Growth
M&A Preparation & Process
- How to Select the Right Buyer for Your Software Company
- How Strategic and Financial Buyers Differ in Software M&A
- Competitive Tension: The Key to Maximizing SaaS Exit Valuations and Deal Terms
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