Jonathan Otis
Jonathan Otis has been managing the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) practice within Nimdzi Insights for the past six years. Previously, he worked in product, business, and corporate development in the high-tech infrastructure world.
A Quietly Resilient Sector
Compared with the wider mergers and acquisitions market, the language industry stands out for its moderate growth, fragmented markets, and global footprint. In 2025, much of the localization business saw steady returns while operating largely out of the limelight.
A Dynamic Year for Mergers and Acquisitions
After a significant slowdown in 2023, the language sector’s M&A landscape rebounded this year, with nearly every language service provider that generates over $50 million annually completing at least one acquisition. This deal-making boom reflects not only the economic, political, and technological tides influencing industries worldwide, but also specific forces driving LSP consolidation.