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After the Omnicom-IPG merger, these are the ad M&A deals industry insiders think could be next


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The $13.25 billion merger of ad-holding companies Interpublic Group and Omnicom has industry insiders speculating about more M&A to come.

The article from Business Insider discusses the potential for mergers and acquisitions in the advertising industry following the failed merger between Omnicom and Interpublic Group (IPG). It highlights that despite the collapse of this deal, the sector is ripe for consolidation due to various pressures including economic recovery, shifts in consumer behavior, and the need for scale to compete with tech giants like Google and Amazon. The piece speculates on several possible future mergers, including Publicis Groupe with Dentsu, or WPP with Havas, as companies look to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance their technological capabilities. Additionally, it notes the interest from private equity firms in acquiring smaller or struggling agencies, suggesting that the advertising landscape might see significant changes in ownership and structure in the coming years.

Read the Full Business Insider Article at:
[ https://www.businessinsider.com/after-omnicom-ipg-merger-advertising-deals-mergers-could-happen-next-2024-12 ]

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