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Technology & SaaS M&A
May 29, 2026

Tech M&A Glossary: 40 Deal Terms Every SaaS and AI Founder Should Know

Plain-English definitions of the 40 M&A terms that shape a tech exit, from LOI and earnout to NRR and rollover equity. Read the glossary, then talk to L40°.

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News & Trends
27/2/2026

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.
M&A Technology Due Diligence Checklist For 2026

M&A Technology Due Diligence Checklist For 2026

M&A Technology Due Diligence Checklist For 2026

Review what buyers review in an M&A technology due diligence, common red flags, and how to prepare before a sale.

7 SaaS Communities for founders

7 SaaS Communities for founders: How to choose the right one?

Explore SaaS communities for founders and get practical tips on choosing the right one as your company grows.
AI wrappers
News & Trends
22/1/2026

The AI Wrappers Debate: How to Value Them?

The AI Wrappers Debate: How to Value Them?

Read L40°’s take on the AI wrapper debate and how investors and acquirers actually decide whether an AI product qualifies as SaaS.
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SaaS revenue recognition in M&A

SaaS revenue recognition in M&A: How to get it right

Learn how SaaS revenue recognition may impact diligence, deal terms and value, and how founders can reduce risk before selling.

Burn Multiple: A SaaS Metric to Watch

Burn multiple: A SaaS metric to watch before selling

Understand how burn multiple impacts SaaS valuation and buyer confidence. Learn the formula, benchmarks, and practical ways to improve it before an exit.
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News & Trends
7/11/2025

Are We Living Through the AI Bubble?

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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M&A Deal Structures for SaaS

M&A deal structures for SaaS: How to choose one that works for you

Learn how SaaS founders can choose the right M&A deal structure: balancing liquidity, risk, and alignment to turn headline valuation into realized value.
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Financial vs. strategic buyers

Financial vs. strategic buyers: choosing the right fit for your SaaS

If you’re selling your SaaS, know what to expect from strategic vs. financial buyers: their valuations, deal terms, and what each means for your next chapter.

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With offices in Miami, Lisbon and Madrid, L40° bridges global markets to deliver impactful results. Our expertise and international reach ensure every transaction is handled with the highest level of professionalism and care.

CONTACT US