Global M&A outlook: Adjusting to adversity

H1 2020

Overview

This report charts the dramatic impact of Covid-19 coronavirus on M&A markets across sectors and regions, how it has accelerated key trends such as digitalisation and provoked political responses that will shape deal activity for the very long term.

Report highlights

  • A market transformed by the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic, as M&A deals stall.
  • Deals signed in 2020 show private M&A market practice has adjusted to this landscape.
  • New foreign direct investment controls unveiled across the globe, accelerated by Covid-19 coronavirus.
  • Covid-19 coronavirus has profound impact in U.S., Europe and China - how will M&A recover?
  • Increased digital transformation will drive deals and collaborations in retail, fintech and life sciences sectors.

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Katinka Middelkoop
Partner at A&O Shearman
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