After the 2024 election, dealmakers anticipated a surge in M&A activity in the new year.[1] However, dealmaking in the United States during the first two months of this year marked the slowest start in over two decades.[2] According to Dealogic, 1,172 deals totaling $226.8 billion were completed by early March, reflecting a decline of roughly one-third in both volume and value compared to last year. [3] While President Trump’s tariffs were anticipated, the uncertainty of the rapid economic changes has chilled the market.[4] Potential sellers are likely to wait until the markets stabilize, ensuring their projected valuations remain intact and…
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Delaware has long been the preferred state of incorporation for corporations due to its business friendly legal framework, its specialized Court of Chancery, and its well-developed and unified body of corporate law. However, recent news suggests that corporations are reconsidering their allegiance to the state.[1] Recent changes in regulatory policies, controversial judicial decisions, and tax implications have prompted a significant number of companies to seek incorporation elsewhere.[2] As a result, many believe that Delaware’s “monopoly” over corporate incorporation seems to be showing early signs of collapse. This blog post explores the factors driving this potential corporate exodus and its implications. The…