In this episode, Anthony and Stephen discuss the current state of the M&A market, highlighting key trends, the impact of interest rates, and the dynamics of private equity.  They explore the resurgence of mega deals, particularly in the energy and technology sectors, and address the realities of working in investment banking, including long hours and managing expectations for aspiring professionals. (02:13) Introduction (04:41) Current State of the M&A Market (09:41) Interest Rates and Their Impact on M&A (14:00) Corporate vs Sponsor M&A (Private Equity)  (19:20) The Rise of Mega Deals in Energy and Tech (22:36) Managing Expectations in Investment Banking Careers ***** Experience finance now with the AmplifyME M&A Finance Accelerator simulation in partnership with UBS www.amplifyme.com/mafa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.