Read the full 2026 M&A Outlook to see what’s ahead for the industry.
Corporate Advisory Solutions is pleased to share our 2026 M&A Outlook, highlighting the key trends shaping M&A activity across ARM, healthcare RCM, and BPO/CX. With a continued supply-demand imbalance and strong buyer interest, 2026 is expected to remain a seller’s market.
This year’s outlook explores:
- Rising valuations for high-quality, niche, or tech-enabled assets
- Increased participation from financial sponsors
- The emergence of tech-driven acquisition strategies
The report also breaks down sector-specific dynamics, including the widening K-shaped consumer divide in ARM, AI-driven disruption in healthcare RCM, and growing commoditization and hybrid delivery models in BPO/CX.
Read the full 2026 M&A Outlook to see what’s ahead for the industry.

