Australia’s retail M&A market is becoming increasingly selective, with capital concentrated around fewer, more strategic transactions. While operating conditions have stabilised since the volatility of 2022–23, sustained cost pressures, cautious consumer behaviour and geopolitical uncertainty continue to shape deal activity and investor priorities.
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This report is Grant Thornton's independent assessment of whether those conditions exist. It examines the key financial, structural and regulatory factors constraining investment in residential aged care and what needs to be in place for investment to follow at the scale the sector requires.
M&A and equity market activity in the Agribusiness, Food & Beverage (Ag, F&B) sector has entered a more selective, strategically driven phase. Investors are moving away from volume‑led dealmaking and towards high‑quality transactions that prioritise scale, resilience and long‑term value creation – changing what it takes for businesses to attract capital or achieve a successful exit.
The mining contracting sector is entering a renewed phase of activity. Stronger commodity prices across gold and copper, alongside early signs of recovery in lithium, are lifting demand for contractors and bringing higher-cost, previously marginal projects back into production.
There continues to be a spotlight on trust and integrity within the professional services industry. From our perspective, these have always been critical considerations.
Grant Thornton Family Business Report 2025 supporting and helping family businesses evolve and grow through generations.
Australian consumers are demanding more from retailers – better value, faster service, and consistently high quality. Discover what drives Australian retail and how to meet rising expectations.
Discover how Australian manufacturers are responding to slower growth, rising costs and tighter margins in our 2025 Manufacturing Benchmarks report, with insights on performance, reinvestment and capability-building.
This report explores the key tax considerations that arise throughout the lifecycle of a typical M&A transaction, from initial planning through to final stages of execution.
Senate has now passed legislation mandating climate-related disclosures and businesses must have an understanding of what the AASB sustainability standards actually require for compliance.
Explore strategies for scaling in Australia’s tech and SaaS sector in this report, covering capital raising, investor expectations, and long-term growth.
Explore recommendations to improve Aged Care Financial Standards and support provider stability.