The PE Playbook: Software Development Tools

Discover the top dealmaking trends that private market investors need to know about the software development industry. Identify high-growth areas, understand industry fragmentation, and assess segments with leadership opportunities.

Software

Private Equity

Market Trends

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Rachel Shope

Director of Content & Brand Marketing

23 Jun 2025

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8 min read

Software development tools are evolving rapidly as technology like AI and machine learning, low-code or no-code platforms, and cloud computing gain momentum.

M&A transactions in the software development tool industry have steadily increased over the last 10 years, and they’re on track to set a new record in 2025.

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