In graphic detail: Inside the creator economy's M&A boom
Briefly

The creator economy is projected to be valued at $480 billion by 2027, attracting significant investment from private equity firms and corporations. Mergers and acquisitions in this sector are escalating, with 52 completed deals in the first half of 2025, up 73% from 2024. Companies like Publicis and PSG are acquiring stakes in influencer marketing and content companies. Creators are evolving into influential media brands, drawing substantial advertising revenues, thus emerging as a key focus for marketing strategies amid economic instability.
The creator economy is projected to reach a value of $480 billion by 2027, leading to increased interest and investment from private equity firms and corporations.
M&A activity is surging, with 52 deals completed in the first half of 2025, a 73% year-over-year increase over 2024, indicating a growing market.
Key players in these transactions include influencer marketing agencies and private equity firms, all aiming to capitalize on the burgeoning creator economy.
As creators evolve into media companies and brands, they attract substantial advertising revenue, establishing them as a stable investment in uncertain times.
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