State of M&A in Australia Interview (EP205)
Description
Kicking off 2025 of the Galileo Ventures Podcast, we welcome back experts Toby and Claire from Herbert Smith Freehills discuss Australia's latest M&A reforms, their impact on startups, and advice for founders.
In our bonus EP205 we delve into competition approvals, market trends and common pitfalls in M&A transactions. Essential listening for founders and investors.
00:00 Welcome back
01:15 M&A Regulation in Australia
02:52 Australian Competition Law Changes
04:44 State M&A Activity in Australia
09:33 Common Mistakes Founders Make in M&A
12:26 Top 3 tax things to consider in M&A
17:43 What Founders Should Know about Mergers?
22:11 On AI Aqusitions
Galileo Ventures Season 2 Podcast is proudly sponsored by Herbert Smith Freehills. HSF represents the top founders and investors with deep expertise across the startup lifecycle. If you’re interested in learning head to http://galileo.lol/hsf














