Q1 2025 M&A Update

2025 First Quarter M&A Update

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On April 2, 2025 we were all liberated from our optimism for a M&A resurgence in 2025!

Geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and recession fears combined with a 0.3% contraction in the Q1 2025 US economy have created a challenging middle market M&A outlook.

Artemis' Q1 2025 M&A Update dives in to the factors driving the current M&A market, what coming changes may help lift middle market activity, and which industry sectors are resilient and remain hot.

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Recent News & Reports

August 14, 2025

Industry Spotlight: Material Handling

The M&A outlook into H2 2025 appears healthy, as activity and valuations in the middle market are supported by nonbank lending and continued interest from strategic and financial buyers.

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April 9, 2025

Life After Deal Episode 1

Join us for the first episode of Life After Deal! A new series by Artemis Transaction Advisors diving in to the ups, downs, and overall experience of successful business owners who made the move and closed on a deal to sell a business.

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March 17, 2025

Q424 M&A Lower & Middle Market Report

A comprehensive review and digest of overall M&A activity and a breakdown of the most significant merger and acquisition deal closings.

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