Q2 2023 – Metals & Manufacturing (“M&M”) poised for M&A growth after pullback
- Global Metals and Manufacturing M&A deal volume declined 21% in Q2-23 to 293 transactions from Q2-22. However, the 293 transactions represented an increase of 4% over the Q1-23 period.
- U.S. Metals and Manufacturing M&A deal activity dipped slightly in Q2-23 totaling 103 transactions. U.S activity was highlighted by a resurgence of financial buyers as their share of transaction totals increased from 7% in Q1-23 to 15% in Q2-23.
- Metals and Manufacturing executives remain optimistic about the outlook for their companies through the rest of 2023. Significant commodity price volatility and inflation dampened investor appetite to consummate deals in recent quarters. However, prices have begun to stabilize and provided companies with additional clarity into future expense levels. With additional support coming from robust backlogs and continued strong demand for new orders, industry leaders expect the second half of 2023 to see heightened deal activity across myriad markets within the industry.
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