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Tomorrow, Jason Zemmel will lead this panel at the Mergermarket Annual M&A and Private Equity Forum Europe where they will explore the current landscape of the UK private equity market. #cmslaw #cmsprivateequity

The initial public offering (IPO) market allows institutional investors to incorporate the macroeconomic landscape with individual corporate earnings data — and future earnings forecasts — to ascertain a share price that will hold up to analyst and media scrutiny coupled with overall market dynamics 🐂

Not real estate specific, but a take on the larger market. Regarding last year’s M&A landscape, it's clear that the market faced its toughest year in a decade, with deal volumes dropping to $2.8 trillion. The cautious approach from both buyout firms and large corporations was influenced by a mix of scarce financing, high seller expectations, and regulatory scrutiny. Yet, as we venture into 2024, there's a renewed sense of optimism, propelled by easing inflation and declining interest rates. Here are three key insights shaping the future of mergers and acquisitions: 1. Market Stability: Despite the slowdown, the M&A market has found its footing, maintaining a steady pace of around $250 billion in monthly deal volume. This stability is expected to persist into the first half of 2024, particularly within healthcare, technology, and industrials. 2. Rise of Jumbo Deals: The end of 2023 witnessed a resurgence of significant transactions, signaling a robust appetite for substantial acquisitions. This trend is anticipated to continue, with dealmakers seeing a building momentum for big-ticket purchases in 2024. 3. Strategic Moves Welcomed: Interestingly, ambitious acquisitions are being met with investor approval, even when they come at a premium. This indicates a shift towards valuing strategic rationale over immediate cost, suggesting that well-justified, bold moves can thrive in a challenging market. https://lnkd.in/einw64Ud #Colliers #Pittsburgh #MoreIn24 #ThriveIn25 #ClosersCoffee #ColliersCapitalMarkets

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Wondering if the stock market's impressive run in the first half of this year can maintain its momentum into the second half? 📈 Our latest Capital Insights video dives into the S&P 500 Index's Q1 & Q2 performance and what history suggests about the potential for the rest of 2024. Check out the full video for more insights! #capitalinsights

For more on cowboy boots, our first pairs of BIRKENSTOCKs and what industries are heating up in the private markets, check out my convo w/ Matthew Miller at Bloomberg News. #equityzen #ipo #privatemarkets

As markets continue to see IPO windows open and close, please join us on December 14th as I sit down with Morgan Stanley and NYSE to discuss what's ahead for the market in 2024, and share insights from our Capital Markets Annual Outlook. #pwcdeals #IPO #SPAC #IPOReadiness

The session below is a good one for those who may be exploring the US Capital Markets and want any outlook on the current state. Led by my friend Mike Bellin, CPA, CFA it should be very informative and interesting.

Join us to hear the latest update on the IPO market before we kick off 2024 - register at the link below!

Strategic value creation remains a key driver for companies in the M&A landscape. As economic conditions evolve, the resurgence of a flourishing deals environment in 2024 is promising.