Despite short-term fiscal challenges, we remain optimistic about the macroeconomic backdrop, particularly for U.S. manufacturers. As we enter the second half of 2023, resilient leading indicators and tempering inflation provide further confidence. Buyers and lenders are actively seeking manufacturing assets with a strong and consistent track record of performance during times of economic uncertainty. Deal activity remains strong, and there is ample private equity and credit funding available.

See the latest M&A trends, market performance by industry sub-sector, valuations and more in our latest Manufacturing report spotlighting the plastics and packing sector.