According to Bloomberg data, over $1.05 trillion in M&A deals have been announced since June—marking the busiest summer for dealmaking since 2021.
Major transactions include Union Pacific's $80+ billion acquisition of Norfolk Southern, Palo Alto Networks’ $25 billion purchase of CyberArk, and CommScope’s $10.5 billion sale to Amphenol.
This boom is part of a broader trend: 2025 is shaping up to be the year of “mega-deal season,” with AI, energy, and telecom consolidations fueling the momentum.
Why It’s More Than Just a Summer Spike
With so many marquee deals already done, banks and dealmakers are hustling harder than ever. It’s not just transactional—it's a signal of renewed confidence in corporate strategy, market stability, and long-term growth opportunities.
Deals That Refuse to Chill
Forget the summer slowdown—this is no vacation for dealmakers. It’s a full-on blockbuster season in M&A, and the next act is anyone’s guess.
