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The Bottom Line: Is the M&A market ready for liftoff?

The Bottom Line: Is the M&A market ready for liftoff?

Update: 2025-11-13
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In a world defined by 'compound volatility,' the deal landscape has fundamentally shifted. Buyers are proceeding with more discipline as sellers are proceeding with caution in bringing assets to market. We unpack the latest in terms of deal activity and what it might signal for the year ahead.


Plus, we explore how drivers of compound volatility (tariffs, interest rates, AI demands) are impacting diligence and how companies are navigating this complexity. Then we end by discussing how to create value through M&A and other key attributes of the most successful dealmakers. For more, go to https://kpmg.com/us/en/frv/podcasts.html. The Bottom Line is a quick summary for when you need to stay informed on the fly.
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The Bottom Line: Is the M&A market ready for liftoff?

The Bottom Line: Is the M&A market ready for liftoff?