Deep Dive 12 minutes PremiumDeep Dive: Active M&A in the Beauty Space Fuels Future Growth Coresight Research May 1, 2017 Executive Summary Many global beauty companies have chosen to focus on acquisitions as a key strategy to drive growth. As a result, we have seen a steady rise in merger and acquisition (M&A) activity since 2013. In 2016, there were 91 beauty industry deals announced globally, up 25% from 75 deals in 2013. Beauty companies have been hunting for growth via acquisitions in high-growth niches of the market such as independent cosmetics brands and sustainable brands. Many of the targets have recorded growth rates in the high double digits in recent years. Intense competition for market share among the top beauty companies is expected to continue to drive M&A activity. We see three particular high-growth areas as likely to attract more M&A attention: organic skincare brands, South Korean beauty brands and social media-endorsed independent cosmetics brands. These areas have gained traction in recent years and have potential to outperform the overall beauty market. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Analyst Corner—Keep Up with Retail Dynamics: The Fast Luxury Model with Sunny ZhengMarket Outlook: UK Department Stores—Slimmed Down and Shaping UpNext-Generation Product Information Management: From Spreadsheets to AI—Free InfographicInnovator Profile: Carbon Maps Address Crucial Environmental Concerns in the Food Industry