M&A Off to Slow Start in 2020

The video discusses early 2020 market trends, reflecting on 2019's performance and future expectations. It covers factors influencing deal making, such as low financing costs and mega deals, and the impact of technology disruption and ESG on markets. CEO confidence and its effect on market activity are explored, along with the regulatory environment affecting technology deals, including the Xerox-HP situation and Chinese approvals.

Discuss the impact of CEO confidence on market activities as described in the text.

What challenges are highlighted regarding technology deals and approvals?