Ad tech, marketing tech and digital content deals are showing signs of a second-half rebound.

Why it matters: Geopolitical and macro uncertainty slowed dealmaking earlier this year, but recent market activity is bringing buyers back.

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Ad tech, marketing tech and digital content deals are showing signs of a second-half rebound.

Why it matters: Geopolitical and macro uncertainty slowed dealmaking earlier this year, but recent market activity is bringing buyers back.

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