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Rocketing Defense Spending’s Effect on Middle-Market M&A - ACG Insights

Why now

Thesis: Rocketing defense spending boosts middle-market M&A activity

Catalyst to watch: Budget passage or new contract awards

Main risk: Valuations inflate on competition

Why it matters

Higher defense budgets support sector revenue but also drive M&A competition and valuations.

Related assets & topics

DefenseiShares Aerospace & Defense ETF · ITAGeopolitics

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