PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1733574
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1733574
Merchant banking services refer to a range of financial services provided by specialized financial institutions to businesses and high-net-worth individuals. These services primarily focus on investment banking, corporate finance and advisory solutions that assist clients in managing financial transactions, raising capital and making strategic business decisions.
The merchant banking services market consists of sales, by entities (organizations, sole traders, or partnerships), of merchant banking services refer to a range of financial services provided by merchant banks to businesses and corporations. These services are designed to assist companies in their financial operations, investment decisions and strategic planning.
The global merchant banking services market was valued at $31,105.88 million in 2019 which grew till 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 11.00%.
Rising Private Equity And Venture Capital Investments
During the historic period, the rise in private equity and venture capital investments contributed to the growth of the merchant banking services market. Merchant banking services are crucial for private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) investments as they provide expertise in deal structuring, financial due diligence, and capital raising, ensuring successful investment execution. Additionally, they offer strategic advisory, risk assessment, and exit planning, helping PE and VC firms maximize returns and optimize portfolio management. For instance, in May 2024, according to a survey report published by the British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVCA), a UK-based trade organization, total private capital investment in UK businesses reached £20.1 billion ($21.78 billion), with 58% of invested businesses in 2023 located outside London, demonstrating nationwide investment distribution. Additionally, UK-led investments abroad totaled $39 billion (£31 billion), highlighting the country's strong global investment footprint. The data was collected from nearly 200 BVCA members and supplemented with information from public sources. Moreover, in July 2024, according to the British Business Bank, a UK-based financing company, the UK has surpassed India to become the world's third-largest venture capital (VC) market, accounting for 6% of global investment, with UK companies raising $91billion (£72 billion) between 2021 and 2023. Therefore, the rise in private equity and venture capital investments drove the merchant banking services market in the historic period.
Innovative Merchant Payments Transforming Cross-Border Transactions In Asia-Pacific Market
Leading companies in the merchant banking services market are prioritizing the development of innovative solutions, such as merchant payment services, to improve global payment acceptance and streamline cross-border transactions for businesses in the Asia-Pacific region. Merchant payment services encompass financial solutions that allow businesses to securely accept and process electronic payments from customers through various channels, including credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and online transactions. These services are typically facilitated by payment processors or merchant service providers. For instance, in December 2024, Deutsche Bank AG, a Germany-based financial services company, launched Merchant Solutions in Australia, India, Indonesia, and South Korea to expand its payment acceptance capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region. The solution leverages DataMesh Group's payment orchestration technology, enabling businesses to seamlessly accept online payments across different regulated currency zones while integrating multiple local payment methods. This launch strengthens Deutsche Bank's position in the fast-growing eCommerce sector by offering centralized payment management across multiple jurisdictions, simplifying cross-border transactions for merchants.
The global merchant banking services markets are fairly concentrated, with large players operating in the market. The top 10 competitors in the market made up 22.87% of the total market in 2023.
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The report covers market characteristics; size and growth; segmentation; regional and country breakdowns; competitive landscape; market shares; trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's history and forecasts market growth by geography. It places the market within the context of the wider merchant banking services market; and compares it with other markets.