Israel’s Record M&A Surge
Israel’s mergers and acquisitions market is delivering unprecedented activity in 2025, marked by some of the largest transactions in its history. Google advanced its position in cloud security with the USD 32bn acquisition of Wiz, while Palo Alto Networks agreed to a USD 25bn takeover of CyberArk. At the same time, Advent International, the US private equity firm, completed a USD 2.5bn acquisition of Sapiens, the Israeli software provider for the insurance industry.
The surge reflects the maturity of Israeli companies, which now operate as globally competitive businesses built on strong intellectual property and proven solutions in fields such as AI and cybersecurity. Strategic buyers and private equity investors are applying rigorous due diligence and making bold moves, underscoring confidence in the country’s tech sector.
Global demand for cybersecurity and rapid AI adoption continue to drive acquisitions, while Israeli entrepreneurs persist in scaling and exiting ventures despite instability. With active pipelines in fintech, energy transition, and frontier technologies, Israel’s dealmaking momentum shows no signs of slowing and reinforces its standing as a global hub for innovation-driven M&A.
This article was written by Joshua Begner, Head of M&A at Willis (WTW)
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