John Reiss: M&A Activity to Pick Up Before End of Year

The video discusses the M&A market trends from 2015 to 2016, highlighting a slowdown in mega deals and the impact of Brexit and the US election. Despite these events, the market remained active due to strategic imperatives and low interest rates. The video predicts a busy end to 2016, driven by cash reserves and strategic needs.

What was the expected M&A activity for September through the end of the year?

Discuss the impact of large deals on the overall M&A market as mentioned in the text.