The market was not particularly active, but it was highly deliberate. Buyers were not pursuing deals for the sake of activity; instead, they focused on profitability, cash flow resilience and clear strategic fit.

Buyers were looking for quality. In 2025, companies with proven profitability and a clearly defined role in the buyer’s strategy stood out. Growth narratives alone were no longer sufficient.

The market was not frozen, even if it initially appeared so. 2025 marked a step away from uncertainty, though not yet a return to full speed.

Our strategy has always been clear: deep sector focus, hands-on execution, and uncompromising client service. This win reinforces that our approach resonates in a highly competitive market.

This award is a tremendous recognition of our team’s relentless commitment to high-quality dealmaking. We are proud to assist international investors, and Finnish entrepreneurs navigate complex transactions and create lasting value.

We are proud that Carner has been recognized as Finland’s most active M&A adviser. This recognition reflects the trust international investors place in our long-term work and our team’s ability to execute complex transactions efficiently and cross-border, especially in a demanding Finnish market.

In particular, the ICT and construction services sectors have been strongly represented in transactions this year, and we expect consolidation and private equity activity in these industries to remain at a sustainable level in the coming years.

Carner’s role is to provide strategic insight to the strongest companies in these sectors as well as to international investors. Successful transactions and the involvement of the right ownership partners help strengthen the long-term competitiveness of Finnish companies.