In 2024, North American M&A activity grew by about 16.4% in deal value and 9.8% in deal count year-over-year, with total deal value surpassing $2 trillion across 17,509 deals. This growth was driven by more favorable macroeconomic conditions, such as… Continue Reading  

2023 M&A Market Recap In 2023, the M&A market was somewhat muted. Total deal value amounted to $1.766 trillion, representing an 8.5% decrease compared to the previous year, reflecting a generally tough year. The number of transactions also fell significantly,… Continue Reading  

The US Supreme Court just shook up the corporate world! In a landmark decision, the court struck down Purdue Pharma’s $6 billion opioid settlement. This ruling could change how companies use bankruptcy to shield executives from lawsuits. Associate Brian Vargason… Continue Reading  

Amidst tightening lending and heightened antitrust scrutiny, large M&A deals take a backseat, but smaller transactions are on the rise. According to Crain’s Detroit Business, Michigan saw a notable decline in billion-dollar M&As from 10 in ’22 to 4 in… Continue Reading  

Despite 22-year record-high interest rates and ongoing murmurs of recession, consumer spending this holiday season is expected to increase year-over-year from 2022. Wherever the data lands, holiday spending will be a great insight into consumers’ financial health and offer broader… Continue Reading  

Amazon has been sued by the Federal Trade Commission and regulators in 17 states for allegations that it inflates online prices and overcharges sellers to stifle competition. Brian Vargason breaks down the lawsuit, which hopes to force Amazon to loosen… Continue Reading  

Brian Vargason explores General Motors’ recent approval to move forward with a $200 million EV plant on the grounds of the Detroit Pistons’ former home. The 1.1 million square foot development will break ground this July with a target completion… Continue Reading  

Following a disruption during COVID, the hospital and healthcare system M&A market appears poised for a comeback as industry participants look to expand operations, markets, and expertise to compete in this post-pandemic healthcare landscape. We explore how this trend is… Continue Reading  

The M&A market picked up steam in the world of E-Sports and gaming. In the first quarter of 2022 we witnessed two mega-deals get announced with the acquisition of Zynga, a mobile game developer by Take-Two Interactive, one of the… Continue Reading