03 Apr 2023 | Financial Services | infographics

Banking M&A devastated by interest rates, regulatory crackdown, war, and volatility

US banks experienced a massive 70% YoY drop in dealmaking in 2022 due to market uncertainty, declining fees, and trading revenues. Banking M&A hit an eight-year low as major banks refrained from making deals. The outlook for 2023 remains bleak, with experts predicting a historic slowdown caused by regulatory crackdowns, economic turmoil, and low confidence levels.

Backed by global M&A experts, Jasper Colin's market watchdog screens have delivered a stark warning to banks: dealmaking is set to slow down. However, industry leaders are taking decisive action by doubling down on advanced data and analytics to identify opportunities quickly and stay ahead of the curve.