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Let's TalkWhat happened in fintech, software and data M&A last month.
| Sector | September 2026 | August 2026 | Recorded change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fintech | 45 deals → | 21 deals | +24 |
| Software | 74 deals → | 11 deals | +63 |
| Data | 5 deals → | 2 deals | +3 |
121 distinct recorded deals across these sectors, compared with 32 in August 2026. A deal can belong to more than one sector.
Counts use the published Deal Feed and its recorded dates. They include sourced acquisitions and investments; newly added sources can change the comparison. These are recorded activity counts, rather than an estimate of the entire market.
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