Joe Mantone, U.S. Financial Institutions News Desk Manager at S&P Global Market Intelligence, brings over 20 years of experience in journalism with a focus on M&A and capital markets. At S&P, he leverages extensive data resources to lead the development of the quarterly M&A and Equity Offerings Market Report, providing actionable insights on deal trends and market activity. With a background that includes M&A coverage at the Wall Street Journal, Joe delivers forward-looking perspectives that help practitioners navigate the complexities of corporate M&A.
The M&A market is slowly recovering, but regulatory hurdles and rising interest rates remain. In this episode, Joe Mantone, U.S. Financial Institutions News Desk Manager at S&P Global, shares insights on navigating the current M&A cycle, regulatory impacts, and the road ahead for 2025.