"The M&A landscape in 2024 has been marked by an initially tentative period followed by resilience and then growth. Despite the challenges posed by the global economic climate and regulatory changes, businesses have been leveraging M&A to drive their growth and expansion plans. From a quiet start, the market has seen a steady uptick in activity, with an increasing number of businesses seeking to grow through strategic acquisitions.
Our M&A team has been involved in a significant amount of this activity, advising on a wide range of transactions, from small private deals to large public takeovers. We understand the complexities of these transactions and provide tailored advice to help our clients achieve their strategic objectives. With interest rates moving in the right direction, increased levels of private capital looking for an investment home and the rise in new-tech and AI opportunities, we expect to see an increase in transactional activity through 2025."
Kevin McCarthy, Partner and Chair of the Corporate team