Transaction activity in the healthcare services sector continued to decline in the third quarter of 2024. The number of announced transactions reached its lowest level since the third quarter of 2020. High borrowing costs, inflationary pressures, and increased regulatory scrutiny surrounding healthcare transactions have likely caused many industry participants to delay mergers and acquisitions. Although the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 50 basis points, the announcement came in mid-September, leaving little time for a rebound in transaction activity with the quarter. Additionally, healthcare investors, private equity, in particular, face heightened regulatory scrutiny.
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