Papapolitis & Papapolitis has contributed to the IFLR M&A Guide 2026: Greece, sharing our perspective on the Greek M&A market, its legal framework, and the key trends shaping dealmaking in Greece.
The article was authored by Evi Tsilou, Partner and Head of Corporate and M&A, Chrysoula Giannopoulou, Senior Associate, and Anna Pavlaki, Senior Associate.
🟦 Key themes include:
The Greek M&A market recorded its strongest performance since 2012 in 2025, with deal volume increasing by approximately 25%. Cross-border transactions remain a defining feature, with international investors active across energy, infrastructure, technology and tourism. Deal structures are becoming increasingly aligned with international standards, with growing use of earn-outs and W&I insurance. Regulatory complexity, particularly around FDI screening and competition clearances, is emerging as a key consideration in transaction planning.
Looking ahead, the market is expected to remain active and increasingly sophisticated in 2026, driven by strategic consolidation and growth investments. Legal practice in Greece is anticipated to become more streamlined and internationally oriented, with greater use of sophisticated deal structures and risk allocation mechanisms, as the market continues to mature and align with international standards.
👉 Read the full article here:https://www.iflr.com/article/2g9z83os6104ntnnz981s/sponsored/m-a-guide-2026-greece