In past years, December has come to be known here at SDM as “acquisitions month.” As the fiscal year ends and companies endeavor to take advantage of much needed tax breaks, the industry typically is flooded with news of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). In recent recession years, this seemed an indication of the security industry’s resilience and ability to thrive while other industries faltered. However, this December seems quieter than others and we set out to find out why, while the industry continues to do well, merger and acquisition activity is down.
Ron Davis, president of Davis Mergers & Acquisitions Group, Long Grove, Ill., will be the featured speaker at the Pennsylvania Burglar & Fire Association’s Annual Expo to be held on May 18-19, 2011.
