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“This level of uncertainty has allowed boardrooms to rise above what is happening in the market,” Global Chair of Investment Banking at JPMorgan Anu Aiyengar says. Rather than being paralysed by geopolitical turmoil, executives have acknowledged they are playing on a constantly changing pitch and doubled down on long-term thinking to simplify their corporate footprints while building growth and re... more

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Merger arbitrage, megacap deals, and the complexity premium – Davidson Kempner’s Suzy Gibbons and Michael Chiaramonte

In the last couple of years there has been an increase in megacap deals with global exposure. However, despite the growing number of large deals, they have longer timelines and geopolitical factors that make these transactions more complex.

One exam... more

Yesterday • 26 min

Proof, process, and price: A look at the new standards for sponsor-backed dealmaking in the wake of AI – Investec’s Kate Gribbon

While sponsor-related deal volume from the exit perspective is at EUR 132bn so far this year, nearly double the volume in the first half of 2025, deal counts are only up 12%.

Deal momentum is picking up, but it still can be difficult to get a deal o... more

20 Jul 2026 • 38 min

‘Scale, simplicity, strategy’ drive corporate dominance in record 2026 M&A run – JPMorgan’s Anu Aiyengar

“This level of uncertainty has allowed boardrooms to rise above what is happening in the market,” Global Chair of Investment Banking at JPMorgan Anu Aiyengar says.

Rather than being paralysed by geopolitical turmoil, executives have acknowledged the... more

13 Jul 2026 • 47 min • Popular

Why GP consolidation is on the rise in Asia

“GPs are being run more like the businesses that they acquire,” said Justin Niessner, associate editor of the Asian Venture Capital Journal.

Consolidation among general partners is on the rise globally. Last year, BlackRock acquired HPS Investment P... more

17 Jun 2026 • 30 min

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Kate Gribbon

Head of Financial Sponsor Coverage

Investec

Episode: Proof, process, and price: A look at the new standards for sponsor-backed dealmaking in the wake of AI – Investec’s Kate Gribbon

Anu Aiyengar

Global Chair of Investment Banking at JPMorgan

JPMorgan

Episode: ‘Scale, simplicity, strategy’ drive corporate dominance in record 2026 M&A run – JPMorgan’s Anu Aiyengar

Justin Niessner

Associate Editor of Asian Venture Capital Journal

Asian Venture Capital Journal

Episode: Why GP consolidation is on the rise in Asia

Alex Garnier

Founding partner of NorthWall Capital

NorthWall Capital

Episode: The rise of alternative private credit in Europe – NorthWall Capital’s Alex Garnier, with Rachel Lewis

Kathy O'Neill

Partner, Fried Frank's Antitrust and Competition Department

Fried Frank

Episode: How to get deals through antitrust review in the current environment – Fried Frank’s Kathy O’Neill, with Serafina Smith

Patrick Sarch

Head of UK Public M&A at White & Case

White & Case

Episode: UK public M&A rides scale wave as clouds obscure macro outlook – White & Case’s Patrick Sarch, with John West

Sam Kerr

Head of Global ECM

Mergermarket

Episode: A tale of two markets: an update on Europe’s divergent M&A and IPO fortunes

Pamela Fung

Managing Director and Partner at Morgan Stanley Private Equity Solutions

Morgan Stanley Private Equity Solutions

Episode: Global dislocation sparks opportunities for investors in Asia – Morgan Stanley’s Pamela Fung, with Justin Niessner

Eddie Best

Partner at Willkie Farr & Gallagher, co-head of Capital Markets Group in Chicago

Willkie Farr & Gallagher

Episode: SEC goes ‘back to basics’ with capital markets focus – Willkie Farr & Gallagher partner Edward Best, with Troy Hooper

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Julianna Needham

Host with extensive coverage of M&A trends and deal dynamics, often guiding interviews with market experts.

Lucinda Guthrie

Executive Editor and interview host focusing on insights into M&A, ESG, and deal dynamics.

John West

Global Commentary Editor, often participating as a host and providing market context.

Julianne Edam

Host with occasional appearances; contributes to interview rhythm and market framing.

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The rise of alternative private credit in Europe – NorthWall Capital’s Alex Garnier, with Rachel Lewis

Q: Where do you typically land in the capital structure, and has that shifted with your new senior lending product?

We often operate in the first lien or unitranche positions, and the new senior lending product expands our reach into more senior, less complex situations while maintaining a link to the same borrower base.

The rise of alternative private credit in Europe – NorthWall Capital’s Alex Garnier, with Rachel Lewis

Q: How do you differentiate specialist credit from vanilla direct lending, and has the distinction sharpened or blurred recently?

The distinction is sharpening; while direct lending offers standardized products, specialist credit addresses less-covered, higher-complexity situations with bespoke structures and covenants, not merely higher risk or return.

The rise of alternative private credit in Europe – NorthWall Capital’s Alex Garnier, with Rachel Lewis

Q: What does situational complexity mean in today's lending market, and what does this mean in practice?

It means recognizing that certain situations can't be addressed with standard templates, requiring tailored structures to handle timing pressure, complex capital stacks, or carve-outs, while still maintaining risk-adjusted returns.

Eurazeo co-CEOs bullish on Europe’s ‘hidden champions’ – Christophe Bavière and William Kadouch-Chassaing, with Lucinda Guthrie

Q: What regulatory or macro shifts could unlock more private equity investment in Europe?

Regulatory moves to modernize solvency rules for insurers, pension reforms, and the creation of distributed savings products at the European level could unlock more patient capital for private equity, while simplifying the process for new company creation and reducing fragmentation helps Europe compete on a level playing field with the US and Asia.

Eurazeo co-CEOs bullish on Europe’s ‘hidden champions’ – Christophe Bavière and William Kadouch-Chassaing, with Lucinda Guthrie

Q: What is a hidden champion and how does Eurazeo identify them in the mid-market?

Hidden champions are local European leaders with strong growth potential that Eurazeo helps scale through a structured growth engine, including buy-and-build, international expansion, and sustainability focus, backed by a broad European network. Eurazeo identifies these candidates by looking for durable competitive advantages, strong leadership, and scalable business models across Energy Transition, Tech-enabled Services, Financial Services and Insurance, Sovereignty, and Health Care.

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This series centers on high-stakes mergers, acquisitions, and private markets, with guests ranging from top bank and law firm partners to leading PE firms and market researchers. Episodes frequently dissect deal timing, regulatory shifts, fundraising dynamics, and cross-border activity, often pairing practical deal-making insights with macro and policy context. Listeners can expect deep dives into antitrust reviews, capital markets shifts, regional deal flow (notably Europe and Asia), and innovative financing structures, all anchored by seasoned editors and analysts who translate complex transactions into actionable takeaways for corporate strategists, sponsors, and legal/compliance professionals. A standout trait is the mix of data-driven ... more

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