M&A EXPLOSION: Why major deals are BIGGER than EVER

Citi Global Chair of Banking Leon Kalvaria details the factors behind the current M&A boom. He notes transformative transactions and the favorable U.S. regulatory environment as key drivers.

Citi Global Chair of Banking Leon Kalvaria discusses the current surge in mergers and acquisitions, highlighting that companies are pursuing transformative transactions. Kalvaria emphasizes the attractiveness of the U.S. market, with 60% of global M&A occurring there due to its favorable regulatory environment and a desire for U.S. dollar assets. He notes Citi's robust deal backlog.