Part 5/8:
Regulatory Implications on Mergers and Acquisitions
Shifting the focus to regulatory matters, investors were caught off guard by recent announcements from the Trump Administration regarding antitrust policies. Contrary to expectations of a relaxed stance on mergers and acquisitions, the administration has opted to maintain stringent review processes established under the Biden administration. This decision introduces uncertainty regarding future mergers, particularly for big tech companies, which have long been under the microscope for monopolistic behavior.