The real deal: M&As to pick up pace; more value than volumes

AI-generated image“In 2026, we anticipate continued momentum in mergers and acquisitions (M&As), driven by strong balance sheets and growing corporate confidence,” said S Sundareswaran, Morgan Stanley’s India head of M&A.While financial services, technology, and healthcare have traditionally dominated deal flow, a broader range of sectors is expected to participate next year, Sundareswaran said. “Activity will be fuelled by both domestic players and global strategic acquirers, with inbound M&A expanding bey ...