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M&A Outlook 2026: Buckle Up for the Rebound

December 18, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

Instead of risky, one-off transformative moves, 2026 will see a strategic shift toward de-conglomeration. Companies will focus on core strengths, making smaller, complementary acquisitions to achieve rapid expansion and integrate critical technologies.

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The Price Is Right—Or the Deal Won’t Happen

June 25, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

By Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay As a business broker, I understand why sellers care deeply about one number: the asking price. After all, it’s the number that funds retirement, pays for the next venture, or allows the owner to finally step into the next chapter of life. But here’s the truth: […]

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