Solomon Partners’ Head of M&A and COO of Investment Banking Jeff Jacobs joins M&A Director Chris Moynihan to discuss strategic discipline in M&A and lessons learned from the recent unwinding of several marquee M&A transactions. They unpack underlying challenges — from debt burdens to market shifts — and share how boards can stress-test mergers to ensure sustainable, long-term value.

Solomon Partners’ Craig Muir, Head of Software, Data & Analytics, joins Jeff Jacobs, Head of M&A and COO of Investment Banking to discuss how AI, data, and tech-enabled services are reshaping dealmaking in tech. They unpack M&A trends and valuation strategies as the year wraps up and we look ahead to 2026.

Arik Rashkes, Head of Solomon’s Financial Institutions Group (FIG), joins Chris Moynihan to discuss the evolving M&A landscape across insurance, wealth management, asset management and specialty finance sub-sectors. From increasing deal activity across distribution businesses to strategic consolidation and unbundling trends and the role of private equity, the episode explores key trends shaping FIG and what’s ahead for 2026.

Solomon Partners’ Head of M&A and COO of Investment Banking Jeff Jacobs joins M&A Director Chris Moynihan to unpack the momentum in the M&A market, despite the uncertainty earlier in the year. They explore the forces driving strategic consolidation and large-cap private equity transactions—offering insights into what’s fueling activity and what to expect heading into 2026.

Solomon’s Head of Healthcare Jon Hammack and Partner Jon Pritti explore the dynamics shaping today’s healthcare M&A market. Healthcare remains a resilient sector despite macroeconomic headwinds and continued interest rate and LP liquidity pressures. They share insights on why momentum is expected to build through late 2025 and into 2026.

Solomon Partners’ Head of M&A and COO of Investment Banking Jeff Jacobs joins M&A Director Chris Moynihan to discuss how the M&A process has evolved from a one-off event into a repeatable growth engine for acquirers. They break down the consistent drivers of deal success—clear strategy, holistic due diligence, and strong post-deal integration.

Solomon's Head of M&A and COO of Investment Banking Jeff Jacobs and M&A Director Chris Moynihan discuss the shifting landscape of corporate incorporation and why some companies are moving from Delaware to states like Texas and Nevada. They explore the legal developments and market trends that are prompting boards to reassess incorporation strategies as part of broader M&A and governance planning.

Solomon’s Healthcare Managing Director Brad Hildebrand speaks with M&A Director Chris Moynihan about the evolving healthcare M&A landscape, highlighting why the sector remains attractive due to its size, growth, and resilience. They discuss the impact of market conditions, including regulatory uncertainty and interest rates, as well as the dynamics of both private equity and strategic buyers in M&A activity today.