Insights
14 Apr 2022
Global central banks have been raising interest rates aggressively to slow down inflation and they are unlikely to ease their monetary policies until there is compelling evidence that inflation is falling, which will maintain pressure on the equity markets.
The combination of rising interest rates, inflation and the war in Ukraine has dented global M&A appetite as the conflict has rattled markets amid increased volatility and growing uncertainty. However, although the M&A activity can be limited by several factors over the next 12 months, the rise of private debt funds, corporate cash, venture capital and private equity has greatly expanded the amount and mix of capital compared to the last recession.
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