Mergermarket European M&A Awards 2025

Recognising brilliance in European dealmaking

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Celebrate Excellence at the 2025 Mergermarket European M&A Awards

This December, the spotlight returns to London for one of the most prestigious nights in the M&A calendar. On 4 December, join the industry’s finest at the spectacular Natural History Museum as Mergermarket, the gold standard in M&A news and analysis, reveals the winners of the 2025 European M&A Awards.

This year’s awards night promises to be our biggest yet, with 48 exclusive awards honouring the most creative and strategic advisory work on complex deals. Each category crowns a single winner, a true mark of distinction in the fast-paced, competitive world of M&A.

An evening of celebration, recognition and networking awaits. Don’t miss your chance to witness the pinnacle of achievement in European dealmaking.

How it Works

Data analysis and shortlist

Mergermarket league tables are reviewed in August, with the shortlist announced on 22 September

Pitch submission

Shortlisted firms submit a 300-word pitch by 14 October, highlighting standout deals and demonstrating examples of excellence.

Judging process

A panel of leading M&A professionals and Mergermarket journalists evaluate the submissions to select the winners.

Winners announced

The awards ceremony takes place on 4 December at the iconic Natural History Museum in London.

Sponsor

SRS Acquiom