Dealmakers see more retail mergers and IPOs in 2026 after tariffs sidelined M&A last year

Core Insights - Dealmaking activity in the retail and consumer goods sectors is expected to increase in 2025 after a slowdown caused by tariffs on imports to the U.S. during the first half of the year [1] Group 1: Industry Outlook - Analysts predict a rise in mergers and IPOs for retailers and consumer goods companies in 2025 [1]