The chapter explores the characteristics and trends of the M&A market, detailing its size, growth, and cyclicality. It focuses on the movement of M&A volume over time, the challenges companies face in achieving desired equity returns through external growth strategies, the concept of strategic buyers and the premiums they have to pay, as well as the options available for companies and private equity properties in navigating the current environment.
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