Mergers and acquisitions go in waves.Because acquirers prefer to pay low prices for acquired companies,these M&A waves tend to be inversely correlated with stock market fluctuations.

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M&A waves often coincide with periods of economic optimism and rising stock markets, as acquirers are more willing to pay higher prices due to the availability of cheap financing and the expectation of future growth.

Mergers and Acquisitions Go in Waves