Key Points
- Wall Street dealmakers and corporate leaders expect the flood gates to open on merger and acquisition activity after President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January.
- Deal-making has slowed in recent years, largely due to high interest rates, soaring company valuations and a tight regulatory environment.
- Kroger’s takeover of Albertsons and Tapestry’s proposed acquisition of Capri have both been scrutinized by regulators and could have a clearer path under a Trump presidency.
