M&A Inflection Points

Special Update

Coronavirus and its impact on M&A

What industries are being disrupted the most? What are the scenarios on timing? Can investor confidence rebound? What will be the lasting effects of the pandemic on deals?

Geopolitics

Episode 1

US elections, Brexit and beyond

How might a polarized election impact M&A? Will a post-Brexit Europe catch up? And will trade tensions continue to mute cross-border activity?

4 Driving Forces

Episode 2

Tech, cash, activism and more

Tech-driven convergence shows no signs of slowing down. Cash remains at peak levels. And activists continue to look for even bigger targets.

Private Equity Playbook

Episode 3

$1.4 trillion of dry powder

It’s the largest pool of capital in history. Will PE begin to look for even larger deals? Is it time to factor in a recession? And will the trend towards investments with a longer tail continue?

Leading Sectors

Episode 4

Where will we see the most activity?

Will technology lead once again? Can we expect more divestitures?