The newly released Ansarada Global M&A 2026 Predictions Report offers a timely and forward-looking perspective for dealmakers in Belgium and beyond.
Bringing together 26 leading voices from seven global regions, including insights from Toon Peeters, Partner at Deloitte Belgium, the report provides a panoramic view of the forces shaping the next era of mergers and acquisitions.
A market that remains resilient
Despite persistent geopolitical uncertainty and shifting economic conditions, the global M&A environment has demonstrated remarkable resilience.
As highlighted in the report’s introduction by Justin Smith, Managing Director at Ansarada, dealmakers continue to find innovative ways to close transactions. In 2025 alone, the Ansarada platform supported several high-value deals, including:
• Blackstone’s acquisition of AirTrunk
• Keurig Dr Pepper’s acquisition of JDE Peet’s
• Lactalis’ purchase of Fonterra’s consumer businesses
These landmark transactions underscore the continued appetite for strategic expansion, even in turbulent times.
What to expect in 2026:
The report’s 26 perspectives for 2026 offer a comprehensive read on valuation trends, deal structures and sector opportunities. Key expectations include:
• Stronger activity in renewables, green energy and traditional energy, with the Middle East remaining a critical source of global capital.
• Growth across healthcare, data infrastructure, technology, real estate and manufacturing, sectors that continue to attract both strategic and private equity interest.
• Geopolitical tension subtly reshaping capital flows, with markets such as Australia and New Zealand gaining favour thanks to their stability.
• Private equity facing pent-up exit pressure, particularly in consumer and retail portfolios awaiting improved debt conditions.
The Ansarada Global M&A 2026 Predictions Report provides exactly what Belgian dealmakers need in an uncertain moment: clarity, cross-border intelligence and a realistic outlook on where opportunities will emerge next. With thoughtful insights from 26 global experts and a forward-looking view of valuation, structure and strategy, this report is poised to become essential reading for anyone shaping the future of M&A in Belgium.
