M&A Outlook 2025

Private Equity Leaders See Opportunities Despite Market Headwinds

While deal volumes contracted in H1 2024, total deal values increased, indicating a significant shift in market dynamics.

With the UK Autumn Budget and macroeconomic uncertainty shaping the environment, how are private equity leaders preparing for 2025? What M&A opportunities and challenges are emerging as they adapt their strategies?

BZ recently convened senior private equity executives and advisors in London to explore these key questions.

Key insights from our new White Paper include:

• The transition from growth-focused to operationally-driven value creation strategies
• Anticipated impacts of interest rate cuts in early 2025
• The role of continuation funds in reshaping exit strategies
• Sector-specific trends in consumer and healthcare
• Labour protection legislation and its influence on deal structuring
• Changes in debt market pricing and leverage availability
• The UK mid-market’s response to ongoing equity outflows
• The ripple effects of corporate taxation reforms
• Emerging developments within private credit markets

Stay ahead of the curve. Gain actionable insights to navigate the evolving M&A landscape with confidence in 2025.

Download 'M&A Outlook 2025' for the latest insights from around the table.