Global M&A deal value up 15% in January–August year on year, with group reorganizations emerging as a new theme in Japan: BCG survey

A Boston Consulting Group (BCG) survey found that global M&A transaction value increased 15% year on year in January–August 2026. In Japan, group restructuring is attracting attention as a new theme.

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The global M&A market recorded a 15% year-on-year increase in total transaction value from January through August 2026. According to The 2026 M&A Report published by BCG, the expansion of major markets and deal sizes is continuing.

In Japan, the restructuring of corporate groups has emerged as a new theme, and attention may focus on developments going forward.

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Global transaction valueGlobal M&A transaction value rose 15% year on year in January–August 2026

Period covered: GlobalPeriod covered: January–August 2026

Drivers of changeTotal transaction value worldwide increased year on year

Japan developmentsGroup restructuring is attracting attention as a new theme in Japan

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