VIDEO: Withum’s Tom Angell on post-covid dealflow

M&A dealflow slowed drastically in the second quarter, but continued economic drag could force sellers to come to market.


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At its advent, the covid-19 pandemic brought global dealflow to a halt. M&A activity dropped off sharply in the second quarter. Buyers were ready with dry powder, but sellers weren’t ready to sell, says Withum partner and financial services group practice leader Tom Angell. If the economic drag persists, that could change.

Private Funds CFO editor Graham Bippart discusses these topics and more in a comprehensive, socially distanced interview.