March 30, 2022 The original story is available here. The market saw 190 mergers and acquisitions close in 2021, far more than any prior year. Our analysis and coverage dives into who the buyers were and their reasons why, plus what it means for the federal market. Both the volume and pace of mergers and acquisitions in the federal market last year made 2021 a year like no other. We tracked 190 transactions, far out distancing any other year since we began our annual M&A round up in 2004. Before 2021, a stellar year might see 100 closed transactions. Multiple factors made 2021 a surprisingly strong year for acquisitions: Buyers with plenty of cash Financing that was easy to procure Well-cultivated targets Strong valuations to motivate sellers Lingering fears capital gains taxes Even with the raw number of transactions, there are several that stand out. Topping that list is the creation … Read More