Dealmaking activity on Wall Street has significantly decelerated recently, frustrating hopes for a rebound in M&A and IPO activity anticipated for 2025. Bankers observe that uncertainty surrounding Trump's tariff policies and regulatory changes has caused corporate boards and buyout firms to hesitate in making deals. While some believe that the slowdown is manageable, others fear more severe implications for the industry, including effects on bonuses and employment. Industry insiders emphasize that the overall uncertainty is debilitating, leaving many firms idling on the sidelines, waiting for clarity on economic impacts.
"A common refrain I hear amongst dozens of sponsors over the last six to eight weeks, is that the uncertainty in and of itself is actually the worst thing."
"A lot of our sponsors are just sitting on the sideline, referring to private equity firms, which are often referred to as financial deal sponsors."
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