In this episode of The Pipeline podcast, Devin Ryan, an equity research analyst with Citizens JMP, provided insights into the current state and future prospects of mergers and acquisitions. Following a record-breaking year in 2021, the M&A landscape faced significant challenges in 2022 and 2023. However, Ryan expressed optimism that 2023 may represent a low point and activity is getting closer to more normal levels. A key factor in the recovery is the role of private equity firms and whether they start deploying more dry powder. 

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Credits:

• Host: Joe Mantone
• Guest: Devin Ryan
• Published With Assistance From: Sophie Carr, Patrick Moroney, Alison Perico and Feranmi Adeoshun