WMT - January And February 2024 M&A Hits Lowest Level Since 2020 Will March Pick Up?
2024-03-12 02:10:00 ET
Summary
- There were high hopes for a pickup in M&A activity heading into the new year, after 2023 hit an all-time low for the decade.
- High interest rates continue to impact dealmaking, making it more expensive for companies and private equity firms to raise financing.
- Despite some recent and exciting M&A announcements, volumes are still low for the year, with only 60 deals announced in January and February.
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January And February 2024 M&A Hits Lowest Level Since 2020, Will March Pick Up?