The Year of The Horse is here!
- Middle market dealmakers had little to celebrate in Q4 ’25 as macroeconomic uncertainty continued to dampen M&A activity. The Year of The Horse has arrived, bringing renewed optimism for economic growth and increasing consumer confidence.
- U.S. consumer sentiment weakened in the Dec-Jan period as concerns about higher foods prices and the labor market still linger.
- Meanwhile incumbent CPG companies are expected to continue their recent trend of acquiring premium food brands to help stimulate further growth.
Explore our latest insights on consumer trends, sentiment, and emerging M&A opportunities in 2026!
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If you operate in the Food & Beverage sector and want to discuss how today’s M&A climate could affect your business, we’d love to talk. Contact Ross Colbert to start the conversation.