Global Plastics M&A experienced recorded 38 transactions in March, representing an uptick of seven deals from the prior month and five deals from last March.

Global Packaging M&A activity improved in March, with 27 deals announced.

FOOD & BEVERAGE M&A MARKET DYNAMICS Global transaction activity declined in Q1‑26, with deal volume falling 14.1% year‑over‑year to 208 transactions. In contrast, U.S. transaction volume remained stable versus Q1‑25 at 81 transactions, marking a clear improvement relative to prior quarters and suggesting an early inflection favoring U.S. activity versus global M&A markets. Strategic buyers…

Global Plastics M&A recorded its fourth consecutive year of deal volume growth with 420 transactions, highlighting a steady rebound following the record-setting activity of 2021.

The Global Packaging M&A market achieved its third consecutive year of growth in 2025 with 344 transactions, up 22 deals from 2024.

Global Packaging M&A tapered in February as 20 deals were announced in the sector, down more than 30% from prior month and prior year levels.