Will Positive Deal Cycle Continue Under Trump?

Will Positive Deal Cycle Continue Under Trump?

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The video discusses the potential impact of the Trump administration on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), highlighting optimism due to proposed tax reforms and reduced regulations. It also covers the positive effects of repatriating offshore cash on the U.S. economy and M&A activities. Concerns are raised about trade policies affecting cross-border M&A. The influence of stock market valuations on acquisition strategies is examined, along with expectations of reduced regulatory scrutiny under the new administration.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the reasons dealmakers are optimistic about M&A under the Trump administration?

Increased government spending

A pro-business cabinet

Higher interest rates

Stricter regulations

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might repatriation of offshore cash affect the U.S. economy?

It will cause inflation to rise.

It will decrease the national debt.

It will boost M&A and reinvestment in the U.S.

It will lead to increased foreign investment.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential concern for cross-border M&A under Trump's policies?

Increased tariffs on imports

Reluctance of foreign companies to invest in the U.S.

Higher corporate taxes

Stricter environmental regulations

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does a rising stock market influence M&A activities?

It has no impact on M&A activities.

It makes acquisitions cheaper.

It increases the difficulty of cash acquisitions.

It reduces the number of potential buyers.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected impact of high company valuations on acquisition activity?

It will lead to more hostile takeovers.

It may dampen acquisition activity.

It will have no effect on acquisition activity.

It will increase acquisition activity.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What change in the regulatory environment is anticipated under the Trump administration?

Stricter compliance requirements

Less regulatory scrutiny

More antitrust lawsuits

Increased regulatory intervention

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was notable about M&A transactions in 2015?

It was the year with the most regulatory interventions.

It was the largest year on record for M&A transactions.

It had the highest number of cross-border deals.

It saw the most bankruptcies due to M&A.