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Co-Heads of European M&A, James R. Howe and Geoff Bailhache, were quoted in a Legal Business article analysing M&A deal activity during the first quarter of 2026. The article highlights the Firm’s role advising Nordic Capital on its investment in TradingHub and advising AI start-up Faculty on its $1bn sale to Accenture.

Reflecting on the quarter, James noted that “volumes have dipped due to a widening of pricing in the credit market, geopolitical instability and the impact of the evolving AI landscape – but deals are still happening across various sectors such as services, tech, financial services and healthcare. Investors have conviction in different sectors and will continue to do so.”

Commenting on the transactional landscape, Geoff observed that “we’re navigating a period of uncertainty, which can feel challenging — yet investors remain exceptionally well‑positioned to adapt. As clarity begins to return, history shows that investors consistently regain their stride and move ahead with renewed confidence.”

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