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In 2026, standing still is no longer a safe option for dealmakers. As we move through, AI‑driven demand is accelerating capital deployment, pushing deal sizes higher and reinforcing a K‑shaped M&A landscape. Near‑term investment intensity may weigh on volumes, but it’s also laying the foundations for a powerful innovation supercycle that is expected to drive the next wave of strategic dealmaking at scale. For dealmakers, the message is clear: transformation is accelerating and collaboration across sectors is becoming a real source of advantage. Those who move decisively will be best placed to capture value as the next phase of growth takes shape. Explore our M&A industry trends and outlook to see where dealmaking is heading next: https://pwc.to/4rxgoc9 #PwCDeals #Industrials #Services