While 2025 saw a significant jump in healthcare M&A deal value, as buyers focused on strategic, high-quality assets, overall deal count remained steady from 2024. Key trends and drivers of activity included strong interest in healthtech and AI-enabled platforms, outpatient care models, and behavioral health. Additionally, pent-up demand kept the market active overall. On the other hand, financing costs and regulatory scrutiny continued to present challenges.
Looking ahead to 2026, expectations are for a gradual rebound in volume as interest rates ease and economic conditions stabilize. We also expect that consumer-driven care models will drive the next wave of transactions. One thing is for certain, 2026 will be full of surprises and keep deal professionals on their toes.
What You Will Learn
During the one-hour briefing, we will explore the following topics:
- Overview of healthcare M&A trends (10 minutes)
- Social and economic drivers impacting healthcare M&A activity (5 minutes)
- Current trends in healthcare M&A (5 minutes)
- Risk factors and key considerations for buyers (10 minutes)
- Best practices for healthcare M&A due diligence (10 minutes)
- Deal terms considerations for healthcare M&A (10 minutes)
- Healthcare M&A outlook for 2026 and beyond (10 minutes)
Who Should Attend
In-house counsel, outside attorneys, compliance and other allied professionals participating in healthcare M&A transactions.
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