Global Deals Review: Q2 2010
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Economic crisis hits Q2 M&A
Global merger and acquisition activity in 2010 is off to its worst start in six years, and with economic uncertainty and a sovereign debt crisis in Europe, the second half could be just as disappointing. Full Article
Goldman Sachs reclaims top spot in global M&A
Goldman Sachs reclaimed the top spot for mergers and acquisitions advice in the first half of 2010, underlining the Wall Street giant's resilience even as it battles U.S. civil fraud charges. Full Article
More private equity deals in Q2, but hardly "mega"
Buyout funds are making a comeback, scouring deals from Australia to America after nearly two years of virtual shutdown, but private equity-backed M&A volumes remain far short of the boom times. Full Article
Withdrawn M&A at 5-year low as firms get cautious
Despite headline-grabbing withdrawals like Prudential's aborted bid for AIG's Asian life unit, a tough M&A climate can actually make for more iron-clad takeover deals. Full Article
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