Strategic surge: health & wellness and private equity deals drive consumer M&A boom in Q1 2025
Consumer M&A roared into 2025 with a sharp rebound in mega-deals, a surge in private equity activity, and a clear tilt toward health, wellness, and affordability. With $75 billion in deal value last quarter—up 84% YoY—this isn’t just a bounceback; it’s a redefinition.