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After 2023’s dealmaking low-point, Wall Street influencers are optimistic that 2024’s financing environment will improve, as borrowing costs come down and stock markets rally. M&A pipelines are growing, private capital deal flow remains buoyant, and many sector leaders feel confident that stability has returned. At the same time, the US and Europe continue to pursue aggressive antitrust measures, challenging corporate acquisition strategies. Multiple elections also pose a threat to dealmaking stability, with 50 percent of the world’s adult population casting a vote this year. Which sectors are exciting public and private investors and generating fees for financiers? Which private capital and corporate venture opportunities stand out most?

Experience the FT’s Due Diligence newsletter brought to life this October in London, as we once again convene top dealmakers, including leading activist investors, private capital managers, investment banks and family offices, for exclusive, detailed discussions on the opportunities, and risks, in the current investment environment.

The M&A Comeback

As pipelines grow and the economy recovers, how positive is the outlook for dealmaking?

Interest rate normalisation

 Have central banks achieved a ‘soft landing’ as rates normalise? How will the changing rate environment impact public and private markets?

Private credit grows

 Has private credit found its place alongside traditional finance?  

Antitrust measures still dominate

 Will US and European watchdogs maintain their tough stance?

AI and dealmaking

 A great opportunity for efficiency and enhanced risk allocation? 

Elections and geopolitics

 The Middle East, Ukraine, China - how will markets navigate an uncertain and turbulent world? 

" I see the opportunity to hear a lot of perspectives across industries. Often you fall into the trap of talking within your own organisation, so it’s great to hear lots of different market perspectives." - Allan Noble, Partner, EY

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with activist investors, venture capitalist firms, family offices, and corporate CEOs

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 from top dealmakers in private capital, M&A and financial markets.

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into investment strategies and growth challenges guiding the industry forward

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