<p>According to Mergermarket study, 57 M&A deals totalling US$18.3 bilion were recorded in the first quarter of calender year, representing a 270.6 per cent increase in value compared to year-ago period. The number of deals, however, declined by nine.<br /><br />Of the total 57 deals that took place this quarter, 35 were inbound. The total value of inbound deals was US$16.9 billion. Of the five biggest deals, four were inbound and one outbound.</p>
<p>According to Mergermarket study, 57 M&A deals totalling US$18.3 bilion were recorded in the first quarter of calender year, representing a 270.6 per cent increase in value compared to year-ago period. The number of deals, however, declined by nine.<br /><br />Of the total 57 deals that took place this quarter, 35 were inbound. The total value of inbound deals was US$16.9 billion. Of the five biggest deals, four were inbound and one outbound.</p>