In H1 2026, M&A activity within the Communications Technology sector reached 146 total acquisitions, driven by strong engagement across several key subsectors. Sector activity was spearheaded by Customer Relationship Management (50 deals), alongside Communication Services & Consulting (18 deals), and Unified Communications (17 deals). Rounding out the top target areas were Telecom Integration (16 deals), Collaboration (12 deals). The H1 2026 data reflect a Network Integration (10 deals) continuing to capture significant strategic and financial buyer interest.