Morgan Stanley Says AI Is Rewriting the M&A Playbook
Morgan Stanley's top M&A bankers say artificial intelligence is becoming a key factor in corporate dealmaking, with companies that fail to articulate a credible AI strategy risking being left behind. Global merger and acquisition activity is rebounding, with AI-related transactions driving a disproportionate share of the momentum.
Morgan Stanley's top M&A bankers say AI is changing the deal landscape. Companies must have a credible AI strategy to be attractive targets or acquirers. Global M&A activity is rebounding, with $1.2 trillion in deals in the first half of 2024. AI-related transactions are driving the momentum, with big companies buying AI startups and reassessing their competitive position. Startups with differentiated technology and strong product-market fit are in high demand. However, regulatory scrutiny and interest rates remain risks to watch.
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