BDO Deal Advisor Digest - Q3 2019

An offering from BDO’s Corporate Finance & Deal Advisory Team

In our quarterly Deal Advisor Digest, our team of advisors analyze deal activity to provide strategic insights on M&A trends, economic indicators and market predictions, industry-specific opportunities, and practical transaction tips for corporate dealmakers and executives.

OUR LATEST ISSUE – SEPTEMBER 2019:
UNLOCKING TRANSACTION VALUE THROUGH DILIGENCE

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The U.S. M&A market got off to a slower start in 2019 given uncertainty around the government shutdown and volatility in the public equity markets, but conditions look stable for the balance of the year as private equity firms and corporations vie for high-quality targets.
 
Though public and private companies will continue to face differing forces, capital is accessible and motivated sellers will ensure continued merger and acquisition activity. A growing U.S. economy, abundant cash, and low interest rates following a rate cut will also contribute to demand.
 
Additional insights in this issue include:

• M&A activity review – global, North American, and industry highlights

• Spotlight on Private Equity – public and private performance divergences as markets prepare for downturn

• Guidance on due diligence – the five frequently forgotten factors in due diligence