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M&A in 2025: Why Business Owners Shouldn’t Miss This Opportunity

January 27, 2025

Live Webinar | Aired January 23rd, 2025

As we step into 2025, the M&A market is poised for exceptional growth. Projections indicate activity levels could surpass the averages of the past decade and may even set new records. While headline-grabbing billion-dollar deals dominate the news, the lower middle-market M&A sector is positioned for significant activity. For business owners in this space, 2025 presents a unique opportunity to leverage favorable economic, regulatory, and market conditions as strategic and financial buyers ramp up their acquisition efforts.

Watch Derek Avdul and Dara Shareef, Managing Partners at Benchmark International, for a live webinar offering expert insights into the year ahead for lower middle-market M&A.

What You’ll Gain

  • A comprehensive overview of key factors shaping the M&A landscape in 2025
  • Actionable advice to help business owners navigate and capitalize on this pivotal market moment
  • Perspectives from seasoned M&A professionals with decades of industry experience

Watch Here!

Key Topics Covered:

  • Political Climate: Explore how evolving policies and regulatory shifts under the current administration will influence M&A activity.
  • Interest Rates: Gain clarity on the Federal Reserve’s outlook and its impact on economic and business trends.
  • Corporate Balance Sheets: Learn why strong corporate financials are driving aggressive M&A strategies.
  • Private Equity Deployment: Understand the pressures PE firms face to deploy capital and how this creates opportunities for sellers.
  • M&A Momentum: Examine how macroeconomic trends are fueling increased deal activity.
  • M&A FOMO: Discover how fear of missing out could drive buyer and seller engagement in 2025.

Whether you’re exploring the possibility of selling your business, planning for the future, or simply staying informed, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make confident decisions.

Don’t miss this opportunity. Watch Here!

Schedule a Call

Americas: Sam Smoot at +1 (813) 898 2350 / [email protected]

Europe: Michael Lawrie at +44 (0) 161 359 4400 / [email protected]

Africa: Anthony McCardle at +27 21 300 2055 / [email protected] 

 

ABOUT BENCHMARK INTERNATIONAL:

Benchmark International is a global M&A firm that provides business owners with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. Benchmark International has handled over $12.5 billion in transaction value across various industries from offices across the world. With decades of M&A experience, Benchmark International’s transaction teams have assisted business owners with achieving their objectives and ensuring the continued growth of their businesses. The firm has also been named the Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor and the Global M&A Network, as well as the #1 Sell-side Privately Owned M&A Advisor in the World by PitchBook’s and Refinitiv’s Global League Tables.

The content provided by Benchmark International, including articles, blog posts, videos, and other media, is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, investment, or business advice. While we strive for accuracy, the information may be based on third-party sources, market trends, and evolving industry data that are not independently verified or guaranteed to be current or complete. Any opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of Benchmark International. Market trends, forecasts, and forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain and subject to change. Nothing in our content should be relied upon as a substitute for personalized advice from qualified professionals. Benchmark International disclaims all liability for any loss or damage resulting from reliance on this content. Always consult with appropriate experts before making business decisions.

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