Why Mergers and Acquisitions are Declining in 2019

Greater market volatility, geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China, Brexit anxiety in Europe, and economic headwinds precipitated a slowdown in M&A activity. Only 3,558 transactions worth $801.5B were registered in 1Q19, a 15% decrease compared to 1Q18 (5,085 deals worth $943.5B).

via Mergermarket