Blair Effron: M&A Activity Healthy, Last Year Was Anomaly

The video discusses the US economy's performance since the 2008 downturn, highlighting the need for better growth and investment. It explores how management teams navigate sluggish growth and uncertainty, focusing on CEO strategies for investment. The video also examines M&A considerations, including the impact of growth and synergy on decisions. It reviews M&A market trends for 2016-2017, noting a slowdown in mega deals due to regulatory concerns and high valuations. The challenges of closing large transactions and maintaining business stability during uncertain periods are also discussed.

How do macroeconomic conditions affect the success of M&A transactions?

What challenges do companies face when digesting large acquisitions?

How do valuations impact the decision-making process for potential acquisitions?