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Middle-Market Firms Anticipate Rising M&A Activity
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A Citizens Financial survey of about 400 companies found middle-market executives and private equity expect M&A volume to rise in 2026, with 58% forecasting increased activity. The November survey identified rising valuations in technology, media and telecommunications, financial services, and real estate, noted growing PE confidence (86% in Q4), and reported many firms planning deals in Q2 ahead of U.S. midterm elections.
Key Points
- 1Survey shows 58% of middle-market executives expect M&A volume to rise in 2026
- 2Private equity engagement jumps; 86% confident in Q4 decision-making, up from 48% in Q1
- 3Prepare for increased Q2 deal flow, targeting TMT, financial services, real estate, and AI assets
Scoring Rationale
Official Citizens Financial survey offers credible, actionable signals on middle-market M&A, but findings are survey-limited and sector-specific.
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