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Timely updates and analysis on market shifts, emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and strategic developments shaping the future of tech and SaaS M&A.
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August 17, 2026

How much does a data room cost in M&A? 2026 benchmarks from the sell-side

How much does a data room cost in M&A? 2026 vendor benchmarks, three sell-side scenarios, and what a slipped close costs on each pricing model.

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News & Trends
8/18/2026

How much does a data room cost in M&A? 2026 benchmarks from the sell-side

How much does a data room cost in M&A? 2026 vendor benchmarks, three sell-side scenarios, and what a slipped close costs on each pricing model.
News & Trends
7/9/2026

The Truth About 10x Revenue Multiples in Tech M&A

Is a 10x revenue multiple realistic? Who actually gets it, why most tech companies don't, and how to understand what your company is really worth. From L40°
MID-Year recap
News & Trends
6/16/2026

Who Is Buying SaaS Companies in 2026? A Mid-Year Look at Where Demand Actually Is

Public SaaS valuations fell in 2026, but buyer demand did not. See which sectors draw the most acquirer interest and what it means for your exit.
Private Credit
News & Trends
6/16/2026

Private Credit, PE Buyers, and Your SaaS Exit: What's Actually Happening in 2026

How private credit is reshaping PE buyer appetite, SaaS valuations, and exit strategy for mid-market founders in 2026. Talk to L40° about your exit.
News & Trends
6/16/2026

M&A Trends for 2026: What Tech Founders Should Expect

Global M&A deal value rose 40% in 2025, but the recovery isn't equal. Learn the 6 structural trends shaping tech M&A in 2026 and how to position your company for a premium exit.
Illustration for the article: Vertical AI SaaS: What Founders Need to Know in 2025
News & Trends
8/24/2026

Vertical AI SaaS: What Founders Need to Know Before an Exit in 2026

Vertical AI SaaS embeds AI into industry workflows. See how buyers price defensibility, and what founders should prepare before an exit in 2026.
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News & Trends
5/21/2026

AI bubble: Are we living through it & what to do as a founder

L40° founder Juan Ignacio Garcia shares his take on the AI bubble, what founders should focus on, and why there's more to it than the headlines suggest.
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News & Trends
6/17/2026

H-1B Visa Program Changes: Impact on SaaS & Tech Hiring

New 2025 H-1B visa program changes impose a $100K fee on new petitions, a shift that may impact SaaS and tech hiring, costs, and talent access.
Top SaaS Industry News: August 2025 Recap for Founders
News & Trends
6/17/2026

Top SaaS Industry News: August 2025 Recap for Founders

August 2025 SaaS news: PE bets on platforms, Figma & Circle IPOs reset valuations, and what it means for founders planning their next move.

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8/26/2026

L40° Advises Elipse.ai on Its Acquisition by Runtime Enterprises

L40° advised Chilean AI company Elipse.ai on its acquisition by Runtime Enterprises, plus key takeaways for cross-border software M&A in Latin America
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Technology, AI & SaaS M&A
8/24/2026

M&A Advisory vs Investment Banking: Which Fits Your Exit

M&A advisory vs investment banking: which does your tech company need?

M&A advisory firm or investment bank? Compare deal size fit, fees, senior involvement, and buyer access before choosing your sell-side exit partner.
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News & Trends
8/24/2026

Vertical AI SaaS: What Founders Need to Know in 2026

Vertical AI SaaS: What Founders Need to Know Before an Exit in 2026

Vertical AI SaaS embeds AI into industry workflows. See how buyers price defensibility, and what founders should prepare before an exit in 2026.

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