Goldman Sachs Advises on Over $1 Trillion in M&A Deals So Far in 2026

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Goldman Sachs has advised on more than $1 trillion worth of announced mergers and acquisitions so far in 2026, a record pace for any investment bank within a half-year period and a 71% increase from the comparable period in 2025. Global M&A activity reached $2.73 trillion year to date, up 38% year over year, with Goldman advising on deals representing more than 40% of the total announced transaction value. JPMorgan ranked second with $687.5 billion in advised transactions, while Morgan Stanley followed with $575.9 billion. Goldman expects global M&A volume in 2026 to exceed the 2021 record and reach $3.8 trillion, reflecting improving corporate confidence and easing financing conditions. The firm's advisory revenues rose 89% year over year in the first quarter of 2026, and the current pipeline of announced deals provides visibility into future fee income as transactions close.

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Goldman Sachs Group Inc
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Goldman Sachs advised on over $1 trillion in M&A deals in H1 2026, a record pace, driving advisory revenue up 89% YoY.

Morgan Stanley
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Morgan Stanley ranked third with $575.9 billion in advised M&A transactions, benefiting from elevated global M&A activity.

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JPMorgan Chase & Co
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JPMorgan ranked second with $687.5 billion in advised M&A transactions, benefiting from elevated global M&A activity.

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