The Exit Doors Are Open

After several muted years, the market for exits is reopening as valuations stabilize and strategic buyers return.

Both trade sales and sponsor-to-sponsor transactions are gaining momentum, supported by improved financing conditions and large amounts of committed capital.

Boards that prepare assets early, sharpen equity stories and test multiple routes to value are best positioned to capture the window.

Our teams see a constructive environment through 2026, though execution quality and certainty of close will remain decisive.