Dealmakers turn to alternative financing
Forty percent of M&A professionals plan to hold off on deals until after the November election, but 67% say they expect deal volume to rise in the next six months.
What's in the report?
- Analysis of how the election may affect the deal market.
- Details on popular deal financing options as investors await a Fed rate cut.
- Tips for succeeding in this M&A environment.
- Industry-specific M&A analysis from survey respondents.
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