Here are 4 topics covered in the report and much more:
- Assess shifting macroeconomic signals – The Federal Reserve voted to cut rates by 25 bps and signaled that any future easing would face a higher bar. Despite tighter economic policy, the delayed Q3 U.S. GDP figures came in at approximately 4.3% annualized growth, surpassing expectations.
- Track resilience in the market – While risks remain elevated, underlying fundamentals and liquidity conditions continue to support market resilience. These dynamics underpin expectations for continued performance across key financial services sectors.
- Explore our year in review as we launch into 2026 – Record M&A activity in 2025 reflected abundant capital, strategic diversification and renewed momentum across both private and public markets. Increased participation from global insurers, sovereign wealth funds and international investors is further influencing deal activity as markets enter 2026 with cautious optimism.
- Uncover market insights and global trends – Explore the ‘Notable Transactions’ shaping private and public markets, alongside sector-specific insights from ‘Public Markets Trends.’