Shifting gears: How US M&A leaders are adapting for 2025

As M&A leaders prepare for future deals, Deloitte’s survey reveals they are also exploring strategic alternatives like JVs, alliances, IPOs, and divestitures.

Leaders report pursuing alternative deals nearly as much as traditional M&A, reflecting a 42% increase in such transactions from 2022 to 2024. This suggests organizations are seeking more flexible growth options.

Source: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/topics/strategy/m-and-a-strategy-pivots.html