Goldman Sachs: 1quarterly M&A 8,611billion dollars, 2021near the level
Goldman Sachs President John Waldron 2026said M&A activity in 2021could approach or exceed the record level. 2026In 1quarterly M&A deal volume 8,611reached billion dollars, up 9.7% year over year.
Goldman Sachs President John Waldron 2026said M&A activity in 2021could approach or surpass the record level. He described the trend as being driven by corporate-led deals. His remarks were based on the company's deal performance and observed deal flow.
According to financial industry data, 2026in 1global M&A deal volume in the quarter 8,611was billion dollars. This was 2025higher than in the same period of 9.7%. This figure is the aggregate value of disclosed deals, compiled on a quarterly basis.
Goldman Sachs said that corporate-led mergers and acquisitions are driving activity. The company has a high share of advisory roles in large deals, making it sensitive to changes in deal volume. This describes the company's advisory capabilities and deal pipeline.
The company said it was optimistic about the IPO outlook. It expects a recovery in the IPO market to increase demand for advisory services. The company's comments are based on the possibility that more IPOs will be scheduled in the future.
Goldman Sachs reported that its advisory backlog was strong. A strong backlog is a factor that could translate into advisory revenue for the time being. The company said it was assessing market conditions based on current deal flow and its backlog.
Sources: Benzinga
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