SS&C Survey Reveals M&A Market Opportunities
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 29 2026
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- Market Outlook: According to the SS&C Intralinks survey, 45% of global M&A professionals anticipate an increase in M&A and financing activity over the next six months, indicating confidence in strategic investments in the current market landscape.
- Deployment Challenges: Despite challenges such as rising capital costs and market volatility, the majority of respondents expect postponed transactions to restart within 12 months, reflecting resilience in the market.
- Middle-Market Preference: Nearly half of respondents prefer to engage in transactions under $2 billion, indicating a growing interest in smaller deals, while only 36% expect to work on deals exceeding $10 billion.
- Efficiency Investments: 56% of respondents are investing in technologies to enhance operational efficiency, including cloud computing and AI, to navigate the challenges of the current market environment, highlighting the importance of tech-driven solutions.
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.
