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Canada's M&A Market Is Pausing, Not Retreating
Canada’s M&A market is showing signs of a pause, not a retreat. This podcast examines the Q1 2026 deal environment and explains why lower overall transaction value and volume do not necessarily signal weaker buyer interest. It explores the concentration of activity in energy, mining, utilities and financial services, the influence of gold prices, stable borrowing costs, private credit and the growing role of private equity in the Canadian market.
The episode looks at what is driving buyer behaviour in 2026, including accumulated private equity capital, infrastructure investment, carve-outs…
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