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U.S. M&A Activity Plummets Amid Economic Uncertainty
4/19/2025
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Story summary
- Economic uncertainty in the U.S. is causing organizations to postpone mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
- Hospital deals fell sharply, with only five transactions in Q1 2024 compared to 20 in Q1 2023.
- Financial distress influenced 30.6% of M&A transactions last year.
- Analysts predict a revival in M&A activity by 2025 if the economy stabilizes.
- Rising costs lead to a preference for strategic partnerships over large mergers.
