Michael Norton Featured on Panel Discussing 2025 M&A Market

In the article "Dealmakers See Turning Tide for M&A in 2025," published by Middle Market Growth on November 11, 2024, Michael Norton, Director of Business Development at Houlihan Capital, shared his insights during ACG Chicago's Midwest Capital Connection event. He observed a significant increase in pitch activity and noted that many business owners, who had postponed selling due to past uncertainties, are now eager to transact. Norton highlighted that while deal processes have been slower this year—affected by factors like the U.S. election, valuation disagreements, and extended due diligence timelines—recent months have shown marked improvement. His perspective underscores a cautious optimism in the M&A market as it heads into 2025.

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