EY Projects US M&A Deal Volume to Rise by 8% in 2026
According to EY-Parthenon's mid-year M&A outlook, U.S. mergers and acquisitions valued over $100 million are expected to increase by 8% this year due to rising demand for AI capabilities. Corporate deal volume is projected to rise 11%, while private equity activity remains flat as investors adopt a more cautious approach amid geopolitical tensions.
Topics: AI investment corporate strategy mergers and acquisitions private equity