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Dealcast: The M&A Podcast

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Dealcast: The M&A Podcast Weekly podcast from the Mergermarket editorial team covering M&A, ECM and activism presented by Mergermarket

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“You can be much more ambitious” in driving global M&A transactions given a vibe shift in agency approaches to merger control, says James Webber, Chemicals & Industrials sector lead and antitrust partner at A&O Shearman. Following the abandonment of ... more

Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham is joined by Head of Americas Energy Carlos Martinez to break down the Venezuela angle and the mining consolidation wave, while Global Commentary Editor John West examines the broader geopolitical backdrop – and why d... more

If successful, the initial public offers (IPOs) of OpenAI and SpaceX could help global equity capital markets (ECM) break records this year.

In this week’s podcast, Sam Kerr, Mergermarket’s global ECM editor, sits with Dealcast host, Julie-Anna Need... more

“We’re about year three” in a seven-year M&A cycle that will see 2026 and 2027 sustain the astonishing deal growth seen this past 12 months. That’s the bold claim of Liz Claydon, global head of deal advisory and global sector lead for Life Sciences a... more

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Recent Guests

James Webber
Chemicals & Industrials lead and antitrust partner at A&O Shearman
A&O Shearman
Episode: “Much more ambitious” M&A unlocked by antitrust vibe shift – A&O Shearman’s James Webber, with John West
Reuben Miller
Global Chief Regulatory Editor for Mergermarket
Mergermarket
Episode: Paramount has simpler regulatory path to victory in Warner Bros battle
Justin Niessner
Associate Editor of the AVCJ
Asian Venture Capital Journal
Episode: Key takeaways from this year's Asian Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) Private Equity Forum
Perry Yam
Partner at BCLP and experienced private equity lawyer
BCLP
Episode: UK sponsors weigh tax hikes against stability after ‘political’ Budget
Brian Yue
Consumer reporter for Mergermarket based in New York
Mergermarket
Episode: Why beauty dealmakers are shying away from launching formal sales processes
Aurelia Seidlhofer
Senior correspondent for Mergermarket based in Munich
Mergermarket
Episode: DACH dealmakers turn to search funds to solve succession issues
Johannes Baier
Founding partner at the legal transaction boutique, Rohde Baier
Rohde Baier
Episode: DACH dealmakers turn to search funds to solve succession issues
Sarah Fiennes-Smith
US regulatory reporter for Mergermarket
Mergermarket
Episode: Palo Alto’s CyberArk takeover to attract US regulatory attention
Ling Yang
Editor for Mergermarket in China
Mergermarket
Episode: Chinese companies review US portfolios and listings

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Julie-Anna Needham
Host of the podcast and journalist with over a decade of experience covering mergers and acquisitions.

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Key takeaways from this year's Asian Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) Private Equity Forum
Q: Where are people putting their money in Asia?
Investors are focusing on Japan and India, recognizing their potential despite challenges in China.
Key takeaways from this year's Asian Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) Private Equity Forum
Q: What was the mood like at the forum? Was it optimistic?
The mood was very confident, surprising given the current market statistics in private equity.
Why beauty dealmakers are shying away from launching formal sales processes
Q: Could you tell me how advisors are targeting their ideal buyers for clients through these quieter processes?
Fireside chats are now replacing formal sale processes as a way to safely target buyers without attracting negative attention.
Why beauty dealmakers are shying away from launching formal sales processes
Q: Could you expand on that? Why is there a lackluster appetite for doing deals?
Strategics are becoming choosier and are looking for differentiating brands, making less attractive brands undesirable.
Why beauty dealmakers are shying away from launching formal sales processes
Q: Could you begin by giving me the lay of the land for the beauty sector in North America in 2025, please?
The bar for getting deals done is higher than ever before, with only A-plus assets attracting interest.

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This podcast provides a deep dive into the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), equity capital markets (ECM), and corporate activism. Through expert interviews and insightful discussions, it explores significant trends, major deals, and regulatory aspects influencing today's business landscape. Major topics include the implications of geopolitical events on the M&A environment, the future of energy transitions, and anticipated large IPOs, making it particularly appealing for professionals interested in finance, investment strategies, and corporate growth dynamics. Notably, it offers unique insights from industry leaders and market analysts, which enrich the listener's understanding of complex financial topics.

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2. Reuben Miller
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6. Aurelia Seidlhofer
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