Global M&A powered by larger deals in first half; bankers show appetite for megadeals
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 30 2025
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Source: Reuters
M&A Activity Overview: The first half of 2025 saw a total of $2.14 trillion in mergers and acquisitions, a 26% increase from the previous year, with significant contributions from Asia, where deal activity more than doubled. Despite initial market uncertainties due to geopolitical tensions and trade wars, optimism is growing for stronger M&A activity in the second half of the year.
Market Recovery Indicators: Recent record highs in U.S. stock indexes and a decrease in market volatility have renewed investor confidence, leading to an uptick in IPO plans and larger transactions, particularly in North America and Asia, as institutional investors return to equities.
Analyst Views on CHTR
Wall Street analysts forecast CHTR stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for CHTR is 286.91 USD with a low forecast of 165.00 USD and a high forecast of 428.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
13 Analyst Rating
5 Buy
6 Hold
2 Sell
Hold
Current: 192.670
Low
165.00
Averages
286.91
High
428.00
Current: 192.670
Low
165.00
Averages
286.91
High
428.00
About CHTR
Charter Communications, Inc. is a broadband connectivity company and cable operator serving more than 57 million homes and businesses in 41 states through its Spectrum brand. Over an advanced communications network, the Company offers a range of residential and business services, including Spectrum Internet, television (TV), Mobile and Voice. For small businesses, Spectrum Business delivers a range of broadband products and services coupled with special features and applications to enhance productivity. For mid-market and large businesses, Spectrum Business provides customized, fiber-based solutions. Spectrum Reach delivers advertising and production for the modern media landscape. The Company also distributes news coverage and sports programming to its customers through Spectrum Networks. The Company offers its customers subscription-based Internet, video, mobile and voice services, with prices and related charges based on the types of service selected.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
