Episode 6 – Tech Trends: Tech M&A – How Has the Pandemic Changed the Market?

2020 has been a year of rapid change in how we work and live – changes facilitated by technology. Despite fewer M&A megadeals and a lower volume overall, tech stands out as an increasingly active and competitive sector. To catch up on the latest trends in the fast-paced tech M&A market, Ben Potter speaks with Bay Area M&A partner Luke Bergstrom, who has shepherded many of the largest tech deals of the past decade. In this episode of Connected With Latham, Ben and Luke examine pandemic-related market trends, how strong capital markets and the rise of SPACs are influencing tech M&A deals, and how deal terms are acclimating to this new normal.   This podcast is provided as a service of Latham & Watkins LLP. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney client relationship between you and Latham & Watkins LLP, and you should not send confidential information to Latham & Watkins LLP. While we make every effort to assure that the content of this podcast is accurate, comprehensive, and current, we do not warrant or guarantee any of those things and you may not rely on this podcast as a substitute for legal research and/or consulting a qualified attorney. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for engaging a lawyer to advise on your individual needs. Should you require legal advice on the issues covered in this podcast, please consult a qualified attorney. Under New York's Code of Professional Responsibility, portions of this communication contain attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each representation. Please direct all inquiries regarding the conduct of Latham and Watkins attorneys under New York's Disciplinary Rules to Latham & Watkins LLP, 885 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022-4834, Phone: 1.212.906.1200