In the tech deal market in 2026, only resilient companies will survive.

In 2026, the tech deal market will shift toward a stricter model—investors will prioritize resilience and economic efficiency over growth, writes Forbes.

According to Pavel Okhonin, partner at KAMA FLOW, the segment will be shaped by two key drivers:

“The first is the key interest rate, which determines deal economics and the feasibility of using debt financing. The second is changes in tax legislation, which are increasing the burden on tech businesses. As a result, more companies will face a choice: either exit the market or come under the wing of a larger partner. In such conditions, investment becomes both a factor of resilience and a growth tool. Players with financial reserves can capture vacated niches and increase their market share while others scale back activity.”

Read the full article on the Forbes website.