In 2025, investors invested a record €42.5bn in mergers and acquisitions in Central and Eastern Europe, with a 36% increase in deal value despite a 9% decrease in transaction numbers. The largest deal was GTCR's €4.1bn acquisition of Czech pharmaceutical group Zentiva. The report highlights the importance of foreign investors, particularly from the US, UK, Germany, and France, and notes the region's strong economic growth, EU membership, and strategic location as key factors attracting investment. The technology sector led in deal numbers, while financial services dominated in value. Poland's economy is notably rising, with a GDP exceeding $1 trillion, signaling its potential G20 membership. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)