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M&A market entered watchful phase in February as EY adjusted forecast amid downturn

  • The M&A market has entered a watchful phase as EY adjusted its forecast for activity, indicating a significant downturn in deals over $100 million.1
  • Deal volume for transactions over $100 million has dropped by 5.9 percent YoY and 19.5 percent from January, with combined deal value falling 53 percent YoY.1
  • Sellers should focus on cash flow and operational efficiencies to demonstrate a strong foundation to potential buyers during the slowdown.1
  • Startups must ensure they have ample capital reserves to wait out the downturn in dealmaking until market conditions improve.1
  • The M&A market has entered a watchful phase with a significant downturn in deals over $100 million.
  • Deal volume for transactions over $100 million has dropped by 5.9 percent YoY and 19.5 percent from January, with combined deal value falling 53 percent YoY.
  • Startups must ensure they have ample capital reserves to navigate the downturn in dealmaking.

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