M&A activity in the marcom space fell 37% in 2024: The decline shows a field in peril—but preparing for a rebound promises success.

Uncertainty is having a chilling effect on US M&A activity: The number—and size—of deals is down YoY as companies wait for more clarity on government policy.

HP claims Humane’s AI tech—but not its hardware: HP will buy Humane’s AI software and patents for $116 million. The struggling Ai Pin won’t survive the deal.

The economy is looking good as the calendar turns to 2025: Consumers are in a good position to spend, but the new administration’s policies could change that trajectory.

Albertsons blames Kroger for blocked merger: The grocer is seeking billions in damages, claiming the latter failed to make necessary concessions to appease regulators.

FTC scores another antitrust victory after judge blocks Kroger-Albertsons merger: The deal would reduce grocery competition and raise prices for shoppers, the court decided.

Mondelez pursues Hershey’s acquisition to shore up chocolate business: The CPG company hopes the second time’s the charm as it looks to offset skyrocketing cocoa costs and capitalize on growth opportunities.

Rebranding may be the best option for financial institutions that can’t otherwise shed their outdated perceptions.

Retailers prepare for looser antitrust scrutiny under Trump: The environment is likely to be more favorable for blockbuster mergers like the Kroger-Albertsons deal.

Easing antitrust efforts and AI restrictions might drive tech innovation, but deregulation could risk fairness and safety standards.

The blocked Tapestry-Capri merger is a major victory for Lina Khan and the FTC: Whether it can build on that momentum depends in part on who wins the presidential election.

Meta made only two acquisitions in 2023, while Alphabet (parent company of Google and YouTube) made none, per Luma Partners data provided to EMARKETER.

Profits fell again in Q2 as dealmaking weighed down benefits from higher interest rates. But M&A activity may have rounded the corner.

Banks that win customers through high savings rates or acquisitions still need to put in work to earn customer trust and loyalty.

Fintech valuations remained steady while crypto and blockchain deals jumped 75%.

Global fintech investment fell 3% to $107.8B from a year before.

A difficult market environment is reshaping insurers’ priorities. Insurers that focus on improving customer lifetime value and meeting evolving consumer expectations can turn challenges into opportunities.