Canada’s fintech sector cooled in early 2025 but stayed resilient. KPMG reports US$1.62B across 60 deals—well below last year’s record $7.5B, yet strong given global trade tensions. Two mega buyouts dominated: H.I.G. Capital’s US$916.5M purchase of Converge Technology Solutions and Fiserv’s US$201.5M acquisition of Payfare.
Experts stress this is not decline, but a reset: investors want profitability, not hype. Dubie Cunningham of KPMG says there’s “dry powder” waiting, with dealmakers now selective. Canada punched above its weight globally, capturing 2.7% of deals and 3.7% of value, reinforcing its meaningful role in fintech’s shifting landscape.
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